Description
This Creamy Ranch Chicken and Gravy recipe features tender bite-sized chicken pieces coated with flavorful ranch seasoning and simmered in a rich, creamy gravy made from condensed cream of chicken soup, garlic, and sour cream. Perfectly seasoned, comforting, and easy to prepare, this dish is ideal for a hearty family meal served alongside mashed potatoes or rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Gravy
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup whole milk or 2% milk
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup sour cream
- Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season and Cook Chicken: In a bowl, mix the ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the seasoning mixture until well coated. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add the seasoned chicken, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Gravy: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the condensed cream of chicken soup, whole milk, and the ranch seasoning packet. Stir continuously and simmer the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat the pieces well in the gravy. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15 minutes to ensure the chicken becomes tender and absorbs the flavors of the gravy.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in the sour cream until the gravy is smooth and creamy. Garnish with fresh parsley or sliced green onions if desired. Serve the creamy ranch chicken and gravy alongside mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier option.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat sour cream and milk.
- If you prefer a thicker gravy, reduce the amount of milk slightly or simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Adding chopped fresh herbs like thyme or dill can enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
