I’ve never been one to crave a big slab of chicken, but this Baked Parmesan Ranch Chicken? This stuff changed things for me. It’s been on my list of things to make for a few weeks now, but it’s taken me forever to get around to it. I kept putting it off because I didn’t want to put in the effort, but when I sat down and really looked at the steps to make it – I just about laughed. There is seriously nothing to it. I’m pretty sure an 8 year old could make it. It tastes absolutely divine as well and blew both Zachary and I away. It’s definitely going on the top ten list of favorite dinners!
Baked Parmesan Ranch Chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8 chicken breast halves
Calories 329 kcal
Ingredients
- 3 & 1/2 cups corn flakes crushed {That means measure and then crush. I always have the hardest time knowing which to do first. You’re welcome.}
- 1 packet {1 oz.} ranch salad dressing mix
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half {Cut them width-wise to give yourself 8 thin chicken breast pieces}
- Green onions {Optional}
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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Combine the corn flakes, ranch mix, and Parmesan cheese in a shallow bowl.
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Pour the butter in another shallow bowl.
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Dip each chicken breast half fully in the butter and then coat with corn flake mixture.
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Place in the prepared baking dish and repeat for all other chicken breast halves. {If your halves are big ones, you may need a second 9×13 inch baking dish.}
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Bake for 32-35 minutes. {The center of your chicken should be at least 165°F.}
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Top with green onions and serve.
Recipe Notes
Recipe adapted from allrecipes.com
Nutrition Facts
Baked Parmesan Ranch Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 329
Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Trans Fat 0.5g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 114mg38%
Sodium 747mg32%
Potassium 478mg14%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 29g58%
Vitamin A 690IU14%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 93mg9%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
See how easy that is? Seriously. Go make it right now. You’ll feel like a gourmet chef in your own kitchen.
-Sarah
Love easy recipes like this. Thanks!
I have made “Ranch Chicken” for years by dipping the chicken in the bottled ranch dressing, then coating with the cornflakes. When I saw your recipe yesterday I noticed you had Parmesan cheese in yours and used the dry dressing mix. Well, I had to try it and it really was YUMMY! Thanks for sharing, I’ll be making it this way from now on.
This looks delish! We are huge chicken lovers in my house. Will definitely have to try this.
Jenn
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OH dear…this sounds great! I know my kids will love it!
I am so making this!! OMG so good.
I like that there’s Parmesan in this! Looks fabulous!
You had me at parmesan!!! 🙂 This looks amazing! Thanks for sharing your recipe and pinning! Have a great Tuesday!
This looks so good! My boys would love it, too. Pinning now! Visiting from the daily blog boost.
Can you use breading instead of corn flakes? I’m not a huge fan of corn flakes.
That should work! It may not be crispy like the original recipe is, but it will still taste great! 🙂