Description
Creamy Ranch Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner that combines juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts with a rich, zesty cream sauce infused with ranch flavors. In just 40 minutes, you can create a comforting dish that will impress your family and friends alike. This versatile meal pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or fresh vegetables, making it perfect for any palate. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or a special occasion, this creamy ranch chicken recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and olive oil. Sear chicken until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- Lower heat and add remaining butter; stir in flour for about one minute.
- Gradually add chicken broth, milk, sour cream, and ranch seasoning; stir well.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer until heated through.
- Serve hot with optional fresh parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg