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Baked Cheesy Ranch Chicken Thighs: A Delicious Recipe!

Baked Cheesy Ranch Chicken Thighs is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of ranch seasoning and cheddar cheese, baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 packet 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and paprika.
  3. Add the olive oil and sour cream to the bowl, mixing until well combined.
  4. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the ranch mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.
  5. Place the coated chicken thighs in a baking dish, skin side up.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the chicken thighs.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken thighCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 34gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs and reduce the amount of cheese.
  • Try adding chopped green onions or crispy bacon bits on top before serving for extra flavor and texture.

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