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Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Alice
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

Creamy Ranch Chicken is a comforting American main dish featuring tender boneless chicken breasts simmered in a rich and flavorful ranch-seasoned cream sauce. This easy stovetop recipe combines garlic, Parmesan cheese, and ranch seasoning to create a smooth, creamy sauce perfect for serving over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, making it a delicious meal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Sauce

  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat oil: Warm the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
  2. Cook chicken: Season the chicken breasts with black pepper, then cook them in the skillet for 5–6 minutes on each side until they are browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Add broth: Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine with the garlic and any browned bits from the chicken to enhance the flavor.
  5. Mix seasoning and cream: Stir in the ranch seasoning mix, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing well until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  6. Return chicken to skillet: Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning the creamy ranch sauce over the top of the chicken pieces.
  7. Simmer sauce: Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld together.
  8. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top of the dish and serve warm, pairing it with your choice of rice, pasta, or vegetables.

Notes

  • Add broccoli or spinach to the skillet while simmering for an extra serving of vegetables.
  • Serve this creamy ranch chicken over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myhomemadecooking.com/creamy-ranch-chicken-recipe/