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Easy Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

Five juicy chicken breasts simmering in a creamy ranch sauce in a cast iron skillet, garnished with fresh parsley.
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A quick and simple creamy ranch chicken dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless chicken breasts cut horizontally into 4 cutlets
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon mixed herbs or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons butter for searing chicken
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic fresh
  • 1 tablespoon butter for sauce
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken stock low-sodium preferred
  • 1/4 cup sour cream room temperature
  • 1.5 tablespoons ranch seasoning Hidden Valley brand recommended
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut each chicken breast horizontally into 2 cutlets. Pound thick parts to even thickness.
  2. Mix garlic powder, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper. Season chicken cutlets on both sides.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1.5 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
  4. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Saute minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle flour into the garlic butter and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  6. Slowly add chicken stock while whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce.
  7. Lower heat and whisk in sour cream and ranch seasoning until the sauce is glossy and thick. Turn off heat.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use room temperature sour cream to prevent curdling.
  • The sauce will thicken when refrigerated; add a splash of chicken stock when reheating.
  • Add crispy bacon, sauteed mushrooms, or spinach for variation.

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