This baked ranch chicken is my go-to dinner recipe when I need something quick, easy, and picky eater-approved on the table! I smother chicken breasts in a cheesy bacon and ranch mixture before baking them in the oven for just 30 minutes. My kids ask for seconds, and if that’s not a ringing endorsement, I don’t know what is!
Oven-Baked Ranch Chicken Recipe
I don’t know about you, but I don’t always have time to cook an elaborate meal. On those crazy weeknights with the kids, I want something easy, but also a dish that I know everyone will actually eat. That’s where this baked ranch chicken comes into play. It’s easy, mess-free, and most importantly – delicious! Made flavorful with sour cream, garlic, cheese, ranch seasoning, and crispy bacon, this recipe combines the best of all worlds!
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How to Store and Reheat
Let leftover baked ranch chicken fully cool to room temperature prior to storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can use your microwave to reheat for just 30 seconds at a time until warmed all the way through. Be careful not to overheat it and dry it out!
Notes and Tips
- Be sure to blend your mayo, sour cream, olive oil, and ranch seasoning first before adding the cheese. This helps the oil emulsify into the sauce better.
- Place your hand on top of the chicken breast to stabilize it while cutting into the center.
- Make sure the cheese starts to bubble around the edges and turn a light golden color before removing the dish from the oven.
- All ovens are different, so make sure the thickest part of your chicken has an internal temperature of 165℉.
Top Reader Review
“Omg amazing 3 time doing this I added mushrooms. Made this for my neighbor and now shared the recipe best ever thank you” -Cora
Baked Ranch Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ white onion diced
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Equipment
- 9×13-inch Baking Dish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉ and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish or casserole dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
- Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, olive oil, and ranch seasoning to a medium bowl; stir well to combine.1 cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup sour cream, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 ounce ranch seasoning
- Stir in ¾ of the bacon crumbles, ¾ cup of cheddar cheese, ¾ cup of mozzarella cheese, and all of the onion then set aside.6 slices bacon, 1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, ½ white onion
- Place one of the chicken breasts onto a plate and cut deep holes into it using a knife, then spread the ranch mixture onto the chicken and push some of it into the holes.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Place the chicken breast into the baking pan and repeat the process with the remaining chicken breasts and ranch mix.
- Sprinkle on the remaining ¼ cup of cheddar cheese, ¼ cup of mozzarella cheese, and bacon; then loosely cover the pan with aluminum foil.1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, 6 slices bacon
- Bake for 20 minutes then remove the aluminum foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese starts to bubble around the edges and turn a light golden color.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before serving with freshly chopped chives and additional bacon for garnish if desired.
Notes
How to Make Ranch Baked Chicken Step by Step
Make the Sauce: Add 1 cup of mayonnaise, ¼ cup of sour cream, garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and 1 ounce of ranch seasoning to a medium bowl; stir to combine.
Add the Cheese: Stir in ¾ of the 6 slices of crumbled cooked bacon, ¾ cup of freshly shredded cheddar cheese, ¾ cup of freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, and ½ of a diced white onion, then set aside.
Prepare the Chicken: Place one of the chicken breasts onto a plate and cut deep holes into it using a knife, then spread the ranch mixture onto the chicken and push some of it into the holes. Place the chicken breast into the baking pan and repeat the process with the remaining chicken breasts and ranch mix.
Assemble the Dish: Sprinkle on the remaining ¼ cup of freshly shredded cheddar cheese, ¼ cup of freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, and ¼ of the 6 slices of crumbled cooked bacon; then loosely cover the pan with aluminum foil.
Bake and Serve: Bake ranch chicken breasts for 20 minutes then remove the aluminum foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese starts to bubble around the edges and turn a light golden color. Let sit for 10 minutes before slicing.
I have a pretty open mind when it comes to food. I did not like this. Not sure why the onion and garlic, don’t really fit in this dish. Topping does not adhere to the chicken, messy ranchy, “poached” chicken. Would not make again.
I am sorry this didn’t work for you!
Omg amazing 3 time doing this I added mushrooms. Made this for my neighbor and now shared the recipe best ever thank you
Thanks for stopping by, Cora!
I did not like this AT ALL! Not sure why the olive oil was added just made it extremely oily and unappetizing! Hubby and kids didn’t like as well! Not great flavor, consistency or appearance! Will not make again! Sorry!
I’m so sorry to hear that! I still appreciate you letting me know with some great feedback.