Creamy Ranch Chicken Skillet Dinner
Creamy ranch chicken is the ultimate easy comfort food for busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup half and half
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 oz packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sprinkle flour into the skillet and whisk for 1 minute.
- Gradually stir in chicken broth, then add half and half, sour cream, and ranch seasoning. Whisk until smooth.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and let cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add shredded cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 2-3 more minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.