Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

Introduction

This Creamy Ranch Chicken recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken smothered in a rich, tangy ranch-infused sauce. It’s a comforting dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners. Serve it with your favorite sides to enjoy a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
• 10.5 oz. cream of chicken soup
• 1 ½ cups milk
• 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 oz. packet Ranch seasoning mix

Instructions

1. Step 1: Slice each chicken breast into 2-3 thinner pieces, about ½ inch thick. Pound with a meat tenderizer if needed to even out thickness for more even cooking.
2. Step 2: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides evenly with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Brush one side of each piece with the melted butter, ensuring the butter is not too hot.
3. Step 3: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
4. Step 4: Using the same skillet, combine cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, onion powder, and Ranch seasoning mix. Stir well to combine and cook over medium heat.
5. Step 5: Let the sauce bubble gently and reduce for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the pieces.
6. Step 6: Partially cover the skillet and let the chicken cook in the sauce for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to heat through fully.
7. Step 7: Serve warm, optionally spooning extra sauce over baked potatoes for a delicious accompaniment.

Tips & Variations

• Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier, more flavorful result.
• For extra richness, add a handful of shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese to the sauce before simmering.
• To make it gluten-free, ensure you use gluten-free cream of chicken soup and Ranch seasoning.
• Serve over rice or pasta if you want a different side option besides baked potatoes.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave, adding a splash of milk if the sauce thickens too much.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

It’s best to use fully thawed chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and proper searing. If using frozen chicken, thaw completely before preparing.

Can I prepare the sauce ahead of time?

Yes, you can mix the sauce ingredients ahead and store it in the fridge. When ready to cook, heat the sauce gently and add the chicken in the skillet to finish cooking.

Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

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This Creamy Ranch Chicken recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich and flavorful ranch-infused cream sauce. Perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs and cooked in a buttery olive oil skillet, this comforting dish offers a delightful balance of creamy texture and savory spices, making it a great main course for any dinner occasion.

• Author: Victoria
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken

• 2 large boneless/skinless chicken breasts
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1–2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

• 10.5 oz. can cream of chicken soup
• 1 ½ cups milk
• 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 oz. packet Ranch seasoning mix

Instructions

1. Slice and Prepare the Chicken: Slice each chicken breast into 2 to 3 thinner pieces about ½ inch thick. If needed, use a meat tenderizer to even out the thickness to ensure even cooking and that the chicken plumps up nicely.
2. Season and Butter the Chicken: Pat the chicken slices completely dry. Sprinkle both sides evenly with Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Brush one side of each piece gently with melted butter, ensuring the butter is not too hot to prevent cooking the chicken prematurely.
3. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. In batches, sear the chicken slices for 4-5 minutes on each side until a golden brown crust forms. Once seared, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Make the Sauce: Using the same skillet, add the cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, ranch seasoning mix, and onion powder. Stir the ingredients together over medium heat until fully combined. Allow the sauce to bubble gently and reduce slightly for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Simmer the Chicken in Sauce: Return the seared chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over each piece. Partially cover the skillet to create a gentle simmer so the chicken can heat through and absorb the sauce flavors. Cook for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked thoroughly and the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Serve: Optionally, serve the creamy ranch chicken alongside baked potatoes, spooning extra sauce over the top of the potatoes for added flavor and richness.

Notes

• For extra tenderness, pound the chicken slices evenly before cooking.
• You can substitute cream of chicken soup with a homemade cream sauce for a fresher taste.
• Adjust the amount of ranch seasoning mix based on your preferred flavor intensity.
• Serve over rice or pasta as alternatives to baked potatoes.
• Make sure the sour cream is at room temperature to blend smoothly into the sauce.

Keywords: Creamy Ranch Chicken, Pan-Seared Chicken, Ranch Chicken Recipe, Cream of Chicken Soup, Easy Dinner