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breadcrumb topped ranch chicken thighs on a white platter.

Easy Ranch Chicken

Published by Kate
This easy baked chicken is perfect for a weeknight. You just need 6 ingredients for super flavorful chicken!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 5 servings
Calories 449 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (see notes for chicken breast instructions)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup ranch salad dressing
  • ⅔ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix (from a packet)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place the chicken thighs on a clean work surface. Sprinkle both sides with the salt.
  • Brush the skin of each chicken thigh generously with the ranch dressing.
  • In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with the butter. Pat the breadcrumbs on top of the chicken thighs.
  • Transfer each chicken thigh to a sheet pan. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the meat reaches 165°F. Let cool slightly and serve.

Notes

To make this with boneless skinless chicken breasts, prepare the recipe as directed. Bake at 400°F for 22–26 minutes. 
To make this with boneless skinless chicken thighs, prepare the recipe as directed. Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes.
Don't have ranch salad dressing? You can substitute mayonnaise. 
Reheat any leftovers in the oven (400°F for about 10 minutes) to ensure the breadcrumbs stay crispy. 

Nutrition

Calories: 449kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 26gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 743mgPotassium: 340mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 195IUCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
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