Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken
Tender chicken breasts topped with creamy ranch dressing and melted jack cheese create a comforting and indulgent dish that is quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Ensure they are thawed if previously frozen.
- 1 cup shredded jack cheese Can be substituted with cheddar cheese.
- 1 cup ranch dressing Low-fat ranch dressing can be used for a healthier option.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper Important for seasoning the chicken.
- for garnish Chopped green onions Add just before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Gently season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish.
- Pour ranch dressing generously over the chicken and sprinkle shredded jack cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in ranch dressing for a few hours before cooking. Broil the casserole for a few minutes to achieve a bubbly and slightly charred cheese topping.