Description
Indulge in a comforting and savory dinner with this Creamy Ranch Chicken recipe. Thin chicken breasts are seared to perfection and simmered in a luscious, herb-infused cream sauce. Combining the tangy, buttermilk notes of ranch seasoning with the richness of sour cream and aromatics, this high-protein meal is the ultimate solution for a busy weeknight. It delivers restaurant-quality satisfaction with minimal effort, providing a foolproof way to ensure succulent, tender chicken that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs thin-sliced chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Stir in the sour cream until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
Return the chicken to the skillet and coat thoroughly with the sauce.
Simmer for 2-3 additional minutes until heated through, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is patted completely dry before searing to achieve the best caramelization for the sauce. If the sauce becomes too thick, add an additional tablespoon of milk. Pairs excellently with mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, or roasted carrots.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Meals
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American