Description
A one-pot creamy ranch chicken dish with tender baby potatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3–4 lb)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
- 1 ounce dry ranch seasoning mix (1 packet)
- 1 1/2 pounds baby gold potatoes, halved
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until the butter foams.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Place thighs skin-side down and sear for about 5 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp. Flip and sear the other side 1–2 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in 1 ounce ranch seasoning and cook another 30 seconds to bloom the flavors.
- Add the halved potatoes, 1 cup chicken broth, and 1 cup heavy cream. Stir, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and lift any browned bits.
- Nestle the seared thighs back into the sauce, skin-side up. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 35–40 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Uncover and stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Let simmer uncovered 4–5 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with 1 tablespoon chopped parsley and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
For lower fat, swap half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce will be thinner. Serve over buttered egg noodles or with a crisp green salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American