Crispy Buttered Ranch Chicken
This Crispy Buttered Ranch Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish with perfectly seasoned chicken strips coated in a crispy, buttery crust. The combination of ranch seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan gives it a savory punch, while the panko breadcrumbs ensure the perfect crunch. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, pour the melted butter.
- Dip each chicken strip into the butter, ensuring it’s well coated, then dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overcrowded.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken for the last 2 minutes of baking.
- Feel free to serve these chicken strips with your favorite dipping sauces, like ranch or honey mustard.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4-6 strips)
- Calories: 330kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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