Description
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with the Cheesy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Bake. This dish masterfully blends the fiery kick of buffalo sauce with the cool creaminess of ranch dressing, all topped with layers of gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings, this easy baked chicken recipe requires minimal preparation while delivering maximum flavor. Each bite is a crowd-pleaser, making it a staple for both family dinners and festive occasions. Serve it alongside your favorite sides or enjoy it as a standalone dish—either way, it’s sure to satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange chicken breasts in a greased baking dish.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix buffalo sauce and ranch dressing until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the seasoned chicken.
- Bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheeses on top and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped green onions if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 190g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg