Creamy Ranch Chicken
There’s nothing quite as comforting as a creamy, flavorful chicken dish, and Creamy Ranch Chicken is the perfect example of indulgent, home-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- For the Sauce:
- 1 packet 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for richer flavor
- For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth, deglazing the pan by scraping any browned bits.
- Stir in ranch seasoning mix and heavy cream, whisking until smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through, until fully cooked (internal temperature: 165°F/74°C).
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese for a richer flavor (optional).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta. Enjoy!
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