Cheddar Ranch Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice: Easy Dinner Delight
Delight in this easy-to-follow recipe for Cheddar Ranch Chicken paired with creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a baking dish, place the chicken breasts, sprinkle with ranch seasoning, and top with shredded cheddar.
- In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil, add rice, and stir in butter, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
- Pour the rice mixture over the chicken in the baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes for a golden finish.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For more flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with rice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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