Description

This Crunchy Baked Ranch Chicken Dinner is an all-in-one sheet pan meal that’s big on flavor and wonderfully low on effort. Juicy chicken breasts get coated in creamy ranch and crisp panko, then roast alongside a colorful mix of veggies. Every bite delivers that familiar ranch tang, satisfying crunch, and caramelized vegetables—perfect for busy weeknights when you still want something comforting and a little bit special.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup ranch dressing
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 cups mixed vegetables (such as broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and bell pepper strips)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Parchment paper, for lining the baking sheet

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and set aside.
Pour the ranch dressing into a shallow bowl.
In a separate shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix well.
Dip each chicken breast into the ranch dressing, coating all sides. Let any excess drip back into the bowl.
Press the ranch-coated chicken into the breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat all sides and gently pressing so the crumbs adhere well.
Arrange the coated chicken breasts on one side of the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for the vegetables.
In a mixing bowl, toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, dried Italian herbs, a pinch of salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the vegetables in an even layer around and between the chicken on the baking sheet, without overcrowding so they can roast and caramelize.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).
If you’d like extra browning, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives if desired, and serve hot with the roasted veggies.

Notes

Choose chicken breasts that are similar in size so they cook evenly; if very thick, you can slice them in half horizontally for quicker, more even baking.
Panko gives a lighter, crispier texture than regular breadcrumbs, which pairs nicely with the creamy ranch coating.
Cut the vegetables into similar-sized pieces so they roast at the same rate and are tender by the time the chicken is done.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner, Main Course
Method: Baked, Sheet Pan
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with 1/4 of the vegetables
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 840 mg
Fat: 17 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 29 g
Cholesterol: 95 mg

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