Description
A comforting dish of tender chicken thighs coated in flavorful ranch seasoning, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on recommended for juiciness)
- 1 packet (about 1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch is excellent)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the buttermilk with the ranch dressing mix in a large bowl and whisk until fully blended.
- Place the chicken thighs in the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they’re well-coated, and let soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix your breadcrumbs with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Press each chicken thigh into the breadcrumb mixture until entirely covered.
- Arrange the coated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Broil for last 2-3 minutes if desired.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in buttermilk and ranch mix. Can be adapted for low-carb or gluten-free diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg