Description
Hearty Ranch Chicken delivers comfort with minimal effort, bringing zesty ranch seasoning and tender chicken to your dinner table. Crispy, golden-brown edges and rich, creamy sauce guarantee a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into thin cutlets)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon mixed herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning
Cooking and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally to create thinner, uniform cutlets for consistent cooking.
- Craft a flavor-packed seasoning blend using garlic powder, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper. Massage the spice mixture thoroughly into both sides of each chicken cutlet.
- Warm a skillet over medium-high heat, combining olive oil and butter. Sear the chicken cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a golden-brown exterior and reach complete doneness. Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate and tent with foil.
- In the same skillet over medium heat, melt an additional tablespoon of butter. Introduce minced garlic and saute for approximately 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Sprinkle flour into the skillet and stir continuously for 30 seconds to eliminate raw flour taste. Gradually stream chicken stock while whisking vigorously to prevent lump formation. Simmer until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Reduce heat and incorporate sour cream and ranch seasoning, whisking until the sauce transforms into a silky, uniform consistency. Remove from heat immediately.
- Gently nestle the chicken back into the skillet, generously coating each cutlet with the luxurious ranch sauce. Plate and serve alongside complementary side dishes while hot.
Notes
- Use sharp kitchen knife for precise and even chicken cutlet slicing to guarantee uniform cooking and attractive presentation.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help spices adhere better and create perfect golden-brown exterior during searing.
- Select high-quality ranch seasoning mix for maximum flavor depth and authentic ranch taste profile.
- Maintain medium heat while making sauce to prevent burning and ensure smooth, creamy consistency without separation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 434 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg