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Garlic Parmesan Ranch Smash Chicken

Garlic Parmesan Ranch Smash Chicken

  • Author: Freya Allen
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

Garlic Parmesan Ranch Smash Chicken is a crispy baked chicken recipe with a golden crunchy coating, juicy tender center, and bold ranch flavor in every bite. Made with smashed chicken breasts, breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning, eggs, and grated Parmesan, this easy dinner recipe bakes up beautifully crisp and works perfectly for wraps, bowls, salads, sandwiches, or served straight from the tray with your favorite dipping sauce. It is a simple high-protein chicken recipe that is full of comforting flavor and perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, and Pinterest-worthy dinner inspiration.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken breasts, smashed thin
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Place the chicken breasts between sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap and smash them thin for even cooking.
  3. In one shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
  4. In a second shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning, and grated Parmesan until evenly combined.
  5. Dip each smashed chicken breast into the eggs, coating both sides well.
  6. Press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated on all sides.
  7. Arrange the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the outside is golden brown and crisp.
  9. For even more crispiness, broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end if needed.
  10. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving plain, with dipping sauce, or sliced for wraps and bowls.

Notes

  • Smash the chicken evenly so it cooks quickly and stays juicy.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan gives the best flavor and crisp texture.
  • A light spray of oil before baking helps the coating turn extra golden.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan or the chicken may steam instead of crisp.
  • This chicken is delicious served plain, dipped in ranch, or sliced into wraps, bowls, and salads.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Lunch
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 smashed chicken breast
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 860 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 46 g
  • Cholesterol: 250 mg

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