Description
This incredibly easy and flavorful creamy ranch chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, herby ranch sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon mixed dried herbs (such as Italian seasoning)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1.5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock
¼ cup sour cream
1.5 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
Step 1: Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thinner cutlets. Season both sides of the chicken cutlets with garlic powder, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 0.5 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken cutlets and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C). Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux, cooking out the raw flour taste.
Step 5: Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until it begins to thicken.
Step 6: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the sour cream and ranch seasoning mix until well combined and smooth.
Step 7: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the creamy ranch sauce over them. Serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg