Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 2 cups breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
– 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or as needed for frying)
– Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Creating Crispy Ranch Chicken is simple and straightforward. Follow these step-by-step instructions for success:
1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure the chicken cooks evenly.
2. Prepare the chicken: Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Set up the breading station:
– In one shallow dish, place the flour.
– In a second shallow dish, whisk the eggs until well combined.
– In a third shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs with the ranch seasoning.
4. Coat the chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip it into the egg mixture. Finally, coat it with the breadcrumb-ranch mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
5. Fry the chicken:
– Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
– Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
6. Bake for extra crispiness: Transfer the fried chicken to a baking sheet and place it in the preheated oven for an additional 10 minutes. This will ensure perfect crispiness and thorough cooking.
Your Crispy Ranch Chicken is now ready, and the delightful aroma will fill your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 36g