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Healthy Veggie Ranch Chicken Bake

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A quick and easy wholesome dinner featuring tender chicken breasts baked with fresh veggies and a creamy ranch yogurt sauce, topped with melted cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 1 cup sliced zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. Pat dry the chicken breasts and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Rinse and chop broccoli into small florets, slice carrots thinly, chop bell peppers into 1-inch pieces, and slice zucchini into rounds.
  4. In a small bowl, combine ranch seasoning mix, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  5. In a large bowl, gently toss the chicken pieces and chopped veggies with the ranch yogurt mixture until evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over the top.
  7. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring gently halfway through, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and veggies are tender but vibrant.
  8. Remove from oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Return to oven for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
  9. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

If veggies cook faster than chicken, cover dish loosely with foil for the first 20 minutes to prevent over-browning. Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise or sour cream for a lighter creamy ranch flavor. Stir halfway through baking to redistribute flavors and prevent drying out. Leftovers reheat well covered in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.

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