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Parmesan Ranch Chicken

Crispy Parmesan Ranch Chicken breast baked golden in a baking dish
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Juicy oven-baked chicken breasts coated in a crispy, golden crust of Panko breadcrumbs, fresh Parmesan cheese, and ranch seasoning with just 5 simple ingredients and no frying required. Family-friendly comfort food ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated recommended)
  • 1 oz ranch seasoning mix (1 envelope)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted and slightly cooled
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (8 oz each), patted dry

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Melt butter and allow it to cool for 3 to 5 minutes before using. Hot butter causes the coating to slide off the chicken surface.
  3. In a large shallow bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and ranch seasoning mix. Stir to combine evenly. Pour cooled melted butter into a second shallow bowl.
  4. Pat each chicken breast completely dry with paper towels. Surface moisture prevents the coating from adhering properly.
  5. Dip each chicken breast in the melted butter, coating all sides, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to coat every surface thoroughly.
  6. Place coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Pieces can sit close but must not overlap.
  7. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer and juices run clear.
  8. For an extra-crispy crust, broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the very end. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  9. Serve immediately while the crust is at its crunchiest.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and crisping. Pre-grated varieties from a canister are less effective.
  • Asiago, Pecorino Romano, or Grana Padano all work as excellent Parmesan substitutes.
  • Pat chicken completely dry before dredging – surface moisture prevents the coating from sticking.
  • Air fryer option: Cook at 375 degrees F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temp reaches 165 degrees F.
  • Chicken thighs work equally well – always verify 165 degrees F internal temperature regardless of cut.

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