Description
Crispy ranch chicken delivers a mouthwatering Southern-style crunch that elevates weeknight dinner expectations. Perfectly seasoned and golden-brown, this irresistible dish ensures you’ll savor each flavorful, tender bite with pure culinary satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into strips
Main Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) and arrange a parchment-lined or lightly greased baking sheet.
- Combine panko, Parmesan, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow mixing vessel.
- Melt butter in a separate container for coating the chicken.
- Thoroughly immerse each chicken strip into the liquefied butter, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transfer the butter-drenched chicken into the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, gently pressing to create a uniform, crispy exterior.
- Arrange the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining adequate spacing between pieces to promote even crisping.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating the strips midway through cooking to achieve uniform golden-brown coloration.
- Remove from oven and allow the chicken to rest momentarily, allowing the coating to set and juices to redistribute.
- Serve immediately with preferred condiments for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Optimize crispiness by using fresh panko breadcrumbs and ensuring they’re evenly coated on chicken strips.
- Swap regular chicken strips with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour coating for those with dietary restrictions.
- Boost flavor intensity by adding extra ranch seasoning or sprinkling dried herbs like thyme or parsley before baking.
- Reduce butter content by using olive oil spray for a lighter version while maintaining moisture and golden-brown texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 770 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1000 mg
- Fat: 55 g
- Saturated Fat: 30 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 60 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg