Description
This baked cheesy ranch chicken is an easy, cozy weeknight recipe that delivers big flavor with little fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, skin-on
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil and ranch seasoning mix. Rub this mixture all over the chicken thighs.
- Place the thighs skin-side up in a baking dish. Bake for 25–30 minutes. About 20 minutes in, sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly over the thighs and continue baking until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley and serving.
Notes
Pat the skin dry for crispy texture. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg