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Easy Ranch Chicken

A creamy, herb-infused chicken dish made with ranch dressing mix and cream cheese that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into something special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. The chicken won't be fully cooked through yet.
  3. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, whisk together cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, ranch packet, and chicken broth until smooth and creamy.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.

Notes

Greek yogurt can substitute cream cheese for a lighter version. Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts. Don't skip the searing step for flavor depth. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth sauce. Cook on medium heat to prevent curdling. Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months. Can be made in slow cooker on low for 4-5 hours.