Description
This BBQ Ranch Chicken Bake is a hearty, one-pan dinner that combines smoky barbecue sauce, creamy ranch, tender chicken, melted cheese, and colorful veggies. It’s quick to prepare, family-friendly, and perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6–7 ounces each)
- ½ cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheddar–Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional garnish: chopped cilantro, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare chicken: Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Place in the baking dish.
- Season chicken: Combine salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Sprinkle evenly over both sides of the chicken.
- Add vegetables: Scatter corn, black beans, bell pepper, and onion around chicken. Drizzle with olive oil and toss lightly.
- Mix sauce: Whisk together barbecue sauce and ranch dressing. Spread evenly over chicken.
- Bake covered with foil for 25 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese over top, and bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest & serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with cilantro or green onions.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- Adjust BBQ-to-ranch ratio for sweeter or tangier flavor.
- A cheddar–Jack blend melts best.
- Resting ensures juicy chicken.
- Avoid overcrowding pan for even baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with veggies
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 940 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg
Keywords: BBQ ranch chicken bake, one-pan chicken dinner, cheesy baked chicken