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Garlic Parmesan Ranch Smash Chicken Recipe

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4.4 from 76 reviews
  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

Garlic Parmesan Ranch Smash Chicken is a deliciously crispy and flavorful dish featuring thinly smashed chicken breasts coated in a savory mixture of ranch seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a simple yet indulgent meal perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts, smashed thin

Breading & Coating

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning (about 1 oz)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap and gently smash them thin using a meat mallet or rolling pin to ensure even cooking.
  3. Whisk Eggs: In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth and well blended, this will act as the binding agent for the breading.
  4. Mix Coating: In a separate shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning packet, and grated Parmesan cheese until well incorporated.
  5. Coat Chicken: Dip each smashed chicken breast thoroughly into the whisked eggs, ensuring both sides are coated. Then press each side into the breadcrumb mixture firmly to fully cover the chicken with the flavorful crust.
  6. Arrange and Bake: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they don’t overlap for even cooking. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown and crisp.
  7. Optional Broil: For an extra crispy finish, broil the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of baking, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
  8. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving to retain its juiciness and ensure maximum flavor.

Notes

  • Make sure the chicken breasts are smashed to an even thickness to promote uniform cooking throughout.
  • Using panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs can give an even crispier texture to the crust.
  • Feel free to pair this dish with fresh salads or your favorite dipping sauces for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Ranch Chicken, Baked Chicken, Crispy Chicken Breast, Easy Chicken Dinner

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