Here’s a recipe for Crispy Buttermilk Ranch Crusted Chicken:
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray or olive oil.
- In a shallow dish, mix together the buttermilk and ranch dressing mix until well combined.
- In another shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Dredge the chicken breasts in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating to all sides of the chicken.
- Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly spray the tops of the chicken breasts with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil to help them crisp up in the oven.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Crispy Buttermilk Ranch Crusted Chicken hot with your favorite side dishes.
Enjoy your delicious and flavorful chicken!