Buffalo Ranch Chicken Potato Bake (Printable)

Tender chicken and baby potatoes oven-roasted in creamy buffalo ranch sauce for a hearty, satisfying meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
03 - 1 medium red onion, sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauces & Seasonings

05 - 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
06 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing or 1 packet dry ranch seasoning plus 1/3 cup sour cream
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Cheese & Garnish

11 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions for garnish

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
02 - In a large bowl, combine halved baby potatoes, sliced red onion, and minced garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and toss with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Spread mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together buffalo sauce and ranch dressing until well combined. If using dry ranch seasoning, mix it with sour cream first, then combine with buffalo sauce.
04 - Nestle chicken breasts among the potatoes and vegetables in the baking dish. Pour buffalo ranch sauce evenly over the chicken and potato mixture, ensuring even coverage.
05 - Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes at 400°F.
06 - Remove foil carefully. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken and potatoes. Continue baking uncovered for 15 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and potatoes are fork-tender.
07 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish generously with chopped fresh chives or green onions before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Effortless Preparation: Only 20 minutes of prep time for a complete one-pan meal.
  • Bold Flavor: A perfect harmony of spicy buffalo heat and cooling ranch creaminess.
  • Hearty and Wholesome: Features 40g of protein per serving and tender potatoes for a filling dish.
02 -
  • Always check ingredient labels to ensure your ranch and buffalo sauce are gluten-free if required.
  • Verify for allergens as the dish contains dairy and may contain egg depending on the ranch used.
  • Letting the bake rest for 5 minutes after cooking helps the flavors settle and the juices redistribute.
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