Creamy Ranch Chicken
This Creamy Ranch Chicken combines tender chicken in a rich, creamy ranch sauce, making it a healthy and satisfying meal option for busy families.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Main protein source, juicy and tender.
- 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning, heightening flavors.
- 1 teaspoon Pepper For seasoning, heightening flavors.
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness and creaminess.
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil Helps in sautéing, adds healthy fats.
- 1/4 cup Flour Thickens the sauce.
- 1 cup Low sodium chicken broth Builds the flavor base.
- 1/2 cup Milk Enhances creaminess without added calories.
- 1/4 cup Sour cream Brings tanginess and extra creaminess.
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder For flavor depth.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Hints of garlic flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Herbal notes complement the ranch.
- 2 tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix The star ingredient, bold and flavorful.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Coat the chicken pieces lightly with the flour mixture.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces in a single layer, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and set aside; in the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and scrape up any brown bits.
- Whisk in milk and sour cream, then bring to a simmer.
- Add chicken back into the skillet, sprinkle in ranch seasoning mix, and stir well.
Serving
- Let the chicken simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve warm with your favorite side.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken in ranch seasoning for an hour prior to cooking. Use low-fat milk to lower calories without sacrificing creaminess.