Creamy Ranch Chicken
The ultimate comfort food, Creamy Ranch Chicken is a creamy, easy weeknight dinner that brings everyone to the table. This dish is rich, flavorful, and perfect for busy nights when you crave something satisfying. Make it tonight!
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning 1 packet
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Lay chicken breasts on cutting board or flat surface and slice in half horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets. Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper, then dredge in flour and shake off any excess.
- Heat oil in a large heavy-duty skillet. Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Transfer the chicken breasts to a plate and set aside.
- To the same pan, add the butter and garlic and cook for a minute or until the garlic is fragrant. Whisk in the ranch seasoning and pour in the chicken broth and heavy creamy. Bring to a simmer then reduce the heat, taste the sauce, and add more salt & pepper as desired.
- Return the chicken to the sauce and spoon sauce over the chicken. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or veggies.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Tip 2: This dish can be frozen for up to two months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
- Tip 3: Serve with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Tip 4: For a kick, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce for heat.
- Tip 5: Substitute the ranch seasoning with other seasoning blends for different flavor profiles.