Buffalo Ranch Chicken Potato Bake (Printable Copy)

Oven-baked chicken and potatoes layered with buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, and melted cheddar cheese.

# What You Need:

→ 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

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

# How to Make:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a complete meal in one dish - protein, veggies, and bold flavors.
  • The combination of buffalo sauce and ranch creates an irresistible flavor profile.
  • Minimal prep work with maximum flavor payoff.
  • Easily customizable to suit your heat preference.
  • The cheese creates a delicious golden crust while keeping the chicken moist.
02 -
  • For more even cooking, try to cut potatoes to similar sizes.
  • If your chicken breasts are very thick, consider pounding them to an even thickness before cooking.
  • For a make-ahead option, prepare everything up to the baking step, refrigerate, then add 10 minutes to the covered baking time.
  • The internal temperature of chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) - use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
  • For extra crispy potatoes, give them a 15-minute head start in the oven before adding the chicken.
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