Easy Ranch Chicken

breadcrumb topped ranch chicken thighs on a white platter.

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

Cook Time 35

Total Time 40

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 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)

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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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