Creamy Ranch Chicken
Creamy Ranch Chicken is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy ranch sauce. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner and pairs well with a side of vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds total.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix 1 ounce packet.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup cream cheese Softened.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat slightly and add the ranch seasoning mix and heavy cream. Stir well to combine, cooking for about 2 minutes until heated through.
- Add the softened cream cheese to the skillet and stir until completely melted and incorporated.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it evenly with the creamy ranch sauce. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to warm through.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken and let it melt.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish can be served with a side of steamed broccoli, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the creamy sauce.
You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat until warmed through.