Creamy Ranch Chicken Breasts
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4.7
168 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
329 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Australian
Creamy Ranch Chicken Breasts
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These Creamy Ranch Chicken Breasts make the perfect weeknight dinner. The kids love it; it is packed with flavor and is also easy to make. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or feeding the family, this recipe is a winner. It's easy to make, requires only a few ingredients, and can be customized to suit your tastes. This recipe is perfect for those nights when you want to whip up something quick and easy. I love serving this dish with a side of steamed veggies and mashed potatoes. It's also great with a simple green salad.
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Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 chicken breasts
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon of the flour used to coat the chicken
- 1 cup chicken broth (see note 1)
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning (see note 2)
- ¼ cup sour cream (see note 3)
- salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
To prepare the chicken
- Lay each chicken breast flat on a chopping board and pat them dry.2 chicken breasts
- Use a large sharp knife to cut them into cutlets. Ensure you keep the knife parallel to the board and cut sideways through the breast (see the bulk of post for pictures)
- Repeat with the second chicken breast.
- If you find they are not an even thickness, you can use a meat mallet (or a heavy pan) to bash the plumper end down. Cover it with parchment paper to protect the meat.
- Add the flour to a shallow dish.¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Season the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides, then coat them lightly in the flour.½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon black pepper½ teaspoon garlic powder
To cook the chicken
- Place a heavy skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil; once shimmering, add the butter and the chicken cutlets to the pan.2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter
- Cook chicken cutlets for 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the fillets to a plate, tent with foil, and set aside.
To make the sauce
- Turn the heat under the skillet to low (don't wash it out), add the butter and the finely chopped garlic, and cook for 1-2 minutes until softened but not colored.1 tablespoon butter2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- Add in the reserved flour and cook for 30 seconds.1 tablespoon of the flour used to coat the chicken
- Slowly add in the chicken broth, stirring constantly. Add the ranch seasoning, bring the sauce to a simmer, and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.1 cup chicken broth2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- Reduce the heat to low and add the sour cream, whisking gently until it has melted into the sauce.¼ cup sour cream
- Add the chicken back into the pan, plus any collected juices. Simmer together for another 2 minutes.
- Season the sauce to taste and serve. salt and pepper
Notes
- I use low-sodium chicken broth, but you can substitute it with veg broth.
- You can make your own or use store-bought ranch seasoning.
- I use a full-fat sour cream. The recipe has yet to be tested with reduced-fat sour cream.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
329kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
26g
(52%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
97mg
(32%)
Sodium
1269mg
(53%)
Potassium
471mg
(13%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
305IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
30mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 329 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 329kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 1269mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 471mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 305IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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