Creamy Ranch Chicken
Creamy Ranch Chicken is a tender chicken dish enveloped in a rich, flavorful ranch-infused sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (5–8 oz. each) Ensure even thickness for uniform cooking.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon flour For thickening the sauce.
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk Use whole or low-fat milk.
- 1/4 cup sour cream Can substitute with low-fat version.
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 packet (1 oz.) ranch seasoning mix For flavoring the sauce.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to taste Fresh parsley, to garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even 1-inch thickness and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and add olive oil. When the butter is bubbling, add the chicken breasts.
Cooking
- Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and lower the heat. Melt the remaining butter in the same skillet.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir for about one minute to create a roux.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth while scraping the pan to incorporate the browned bits.
- Whisk in the milk, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and ranch seasoning mix until smooth.
- Return the chicken and juices to the pan, spooning sauce over it. Simmer gently until heated through.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate chicken in ranch dressing before cooking. You can also add sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for more nutrition. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.