Name: Baked Ranch Chicken (Juicy, Flavor-Packed Oven Dinner)
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs; 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter; 1 packet ranch seasoning mix; ½ teaspoon black pepper; Optional garnish: chopped parsley or chives

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
½ teaspoon black pepper

Optional garnish: chopped parsley or chives

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Season the Chicken

Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Place it in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil or melted butter and rub to coat evenly.

Step 3: Add Ranch Seasoning

Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the chicken. Add black pepper if desired.

Step 4: Bake

Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear.

Step 5: Rest and Serve

Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives if desired.

Notes

Chicken thighs stay extra juicy, but breasts work well too.
Avoid overcrowding the pan for even baking.
Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
Let chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.