Description
Crispy Ranch Chicken Melt is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines perfectly seasoned chicken, zesty ranch flavor, and gooey melted cheese. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. With its delightful crunch and savory goodness, each bite offers an irresistible comfort that will leave everyone coming back for more. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this quick, flavorful melt that pairs beautifully with your favorite sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.
- Marinate chicken in ranch dressing for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Coat marinated chicken in panko breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Add shredded cheese on top and broil for 2-3 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 melt
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added spice, mix diced jalapeños into the ranch dressing. Experiment with different types of cheese for unique flavors. Ensure the chicken is patted dry before marinating to achieve maximum crispiness.