Ranch Chicken Gravy Style
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken enveloped in a creamy, herby ranch gravy, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 oz packet ranch dressing mix
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to garnish Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season lightly on both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
Creating the Gravy
- In the same skillet, add the butter and melt it. Sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the ranch dressing mix and stir to combine. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer, whisking to ensure no lumps.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half, mixing until creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the gravy over it, and let simmer for 5-10 minutes to absorb flavors.
Serving
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm over rice, mashed potatoes, or side dishes of choice.
Notes
For thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and stir into the gravy during simmering. Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Substitute chicken breasts with thighs for enhanced flavor.