Buffalo Ranch Chicken Potato Bake (Printable Copy)

Tender chicken and baby potatoes roasted in zesty buffalo ranch sauce for an easy one-pan comfort meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 1.5 lbs
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

→ Potatoes and Vegetables

05 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
06 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges

→ Buffalo Ranch Sauce

08 - 0.5 cup buffalo wing sauce
09 - 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
11 - 2 tablespoons sour cream

→ Toppings

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
13 - 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
14 - Extra ranch dressing for drizzling

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan.
02 - In a large bowl, toss chicken breasts with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine buffalo wing sauce, ranch seasoning mix, melted butter, and sour cream. Whisk until thoroughly blended.
04 - Place halved baby potatoes, diced bell pepper, and red onion wedges in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle with half of the buffalo ranch sauce and toss until vegetables are evenly coated.
05 - Nestle seasoned chicken breasts among the potatoes and vegetables. Spoon remaining buffalo ranch sauce over the chicken pieces.
06 - Place in preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
07 - In the final 5 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken and potatoes.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and drizzle with additional ranch dressing if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-Pan Simplicity: Easy preparation and minimal dishwashing make this a stress-free dinner option.
  • Bold Flavor Profile: The combination of spicy buffalo sauce and cooling ranch seasoning creates a balanced, addictive taste.
  • Gluten-Free Comfort: A naturally gluten-free dish that doesn't compromise on heartiness or flavor.
02 -
  • Always check ingredient labels on ranch seasoning and buffalo sauce to ensure they are certified gluten-free if you have a sensitivity.
  • Letting the chicken rest for 5 minutes after roasting is crucial for keeping the meat juicy and tender.
  • For extra crispy potatoes, you can briefly broil the dish for 1-2 minutes at the end of the cooking time.
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