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close up of 4 parmesan ranch chicken breasts in a blue and white baking dish.
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Parmesan Ranch Chicken Recipe

This Parmesan ranch chicken is cheesy, crunchy, and full of flavor. Just 5 ingredients for juicy baked chicken the whole family will love!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 chicken breasts
Calories: 336kcal
Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

  • 9x13 Baking Pan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese *
  • 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix 1 envelope
  • ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick, melted
  • 4 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts **

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
    overhead view of ingredients for parmesan ranch chicken in individual bowls.
  • Combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and ranch seasoning mix in a large shallow bowl. In a second bowl, pour the melted butter.
    1 cup Panko breadcrumbs, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix, ½ cup unsalted butter
    chicken breasts, butter, and ranch and breadcrumb mixture in separate white bowls.
  • Dip the chicken breasts in melted butter, then roll each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
    4 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    a butter dipped chicken breast dipped in ranch and panko in a white bowl.
  • Place the coated chicken in the prepared baking dish.
    breaded unbaked ranch parmesan chicken in a blue and white baking dish.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked, the juices run clear, and the internal temperature is at least 165°F.
    baked parmesan ranch chicken in a white and blue baking dish.

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Notes

*Feel free to swap the Parmesan for another hard cheese, such as Asiago, Pecorino Romano, or Grana Padano.
**Boneless, skinless chicken thighs also work.
Tips:
  • Slice the chicken in half lengthwise to create chicken cutlets. This will cut down on the cooking time and allow the meat to cook more evenly.
  • Make sure to pat the chicken dry before dredging it in the butter and breadcrumbs to help everything adhere!
  • Baking time is approximate and will vary based on the size and thickness of your chicken breasts. I always recommend testing with an instant-read thermometer to know when they are done.
  • Broil your chicken for a minute or two at the end of cooking to get an even crispier crust. Just be sure you keep a close eye on it — you don't want it to burn.
  • This yummy crunchy chicken tastes great the next day sliced up on a Caesar or cobb salad.
Air Fryer Instructions: Place the breaded chicken breasts in a 375°F air fryer for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Storage: Store Parmesan ranch chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breast | Calories: 336kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 864mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 818IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 1mg