Dinner
50 Comfort Foods Under 500 Calories
Creamy Ranch Chicken with Roasted Carrots
This chicken dish is a flexible meal option that pairs well with simple sides and works nicely for leftovers.
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Servings2
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 carrots, cut into sticks
- 2 Tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp fresh dill or parsley
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Arrange chicken and carrots in baking dish.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle ranch seasoning over chicken and carrots; toss to coat.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk cream cheese with chicken broth until smooth.
- Pour sauce over chicken; bake an additional 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and carrots are tender.
- Garnish with dill or parsley.
Gourmet Geek Tip
Use a ranch seasoning packet or homemade mix. | For extra veggies, add sliced zucchini or mushrooms. | Serve with brown rice or steamed green beans.
Equipment You'll Need
Baking dish
Mixing bowl