Easy Creamy Ranch Chicken Bites

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4.88 from 8 votes

A simple Greek yogurt marinade turns chunks of chicken breast into a moist and tender flavor-packed family favorite.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Marinating Time15

Total Time40

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chicken Nuggets, ranch chicken bites, ranch chicken nuggets

Servings:

Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Equipment

Ingredients

10 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
salt
black pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 F degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, stir together the chicken, yogurt, Parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning and lemon zest. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour) at room temperature.
Spread the chicken out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake the chicken for 10 to 15 minutes, until the chicken's internal temperature reaches at least 165F. If desired, during the last 2 minutes of cooking time, set the oven to broil to brown the top and edges of the chicken a bit.
Remove from the oven. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Notes

Serving size: 1/2 recipe

WW Points: 1

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The recipe calls for dry ranch dressing mix. If you prefer to make it yourself you can combine the following: 1/4 cup dried buttermilk powder, 1-1/2 tablespoons onion powder, 1 tablespoon garlic power, 1/2 tablespoon dried chives, 1/2 tablespoon dried dill, 1/2 tablespoon dried parsley, 2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

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