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Creamy Ranch Chicken

Creamy Ranch Chicken: A Cozy Weeknight Delight

A quick and easy Creamy Ranch Chicken recipe perfect for busy weeknights, delivering comfort and flavor in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breast
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Stock (Chicken or Vegetable) low-sodium recommended
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning or homemade blend

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Slice each boneless chicken breast horizontally into two cutlets for even cooking.
  2. Combine garlic powder, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper; season both sides of the chicken cutlets.
  3. Heat skillet over medium heat; add olive oil and butter, then sear chicken cutlets for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  4. Remove cooked chicken from skillet and cover with foil to keep warm.
  5. In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds.
  6. Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 30 seconds to form a roux.
  7. Whisk in stock gradually, stirring until smooth; bring to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Lower heat, stir in sour cream and ranch seasoning until well combined.
  9. Return chicken cutlets to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Creamy Ranch Chicken pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables. Leftovers make for a delicious quick lunch or dinner!

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