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Best Ranch Chicken Recipe: Juicy, Flavor-Packed, and Perfect for Any Weeknight Dinner


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 4 (6-oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp dried dill
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Healthier “Ranch” Sauce:
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or unsweetened coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
• Optional: 1 tbsp nutritional yeast for cheesy depth


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment.
  2. Pat chicken dry. Rub with olive oil, then evenly coat with garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper.
  3. Arrange chicken in dish. Bake 18–22 min (until internal temp reaches 165°F).
  4. Meanwhile, whisk all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Taste—adjust herbs or lemon to preference.
  5. Remove chicken from oven. Spoon or drizzle ranch sauce generously over hot chicken (reserve half for dipping or salads!).
  6. Rest 5 minutes. Garnish with extra fresh herbs and serve with roasted veggies or a crisp salad.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min | Total Time: 30 min | Servings: 4
Calories: 290 | Net Carbs: 3g | Fats: 14g | Protein: 38g