Budget-friendly and popular with kids, this keto baked cheesy ranch chicken thighs recipe is also low-carb and good for you too.
Baked Chicken Thighs
It’s no secret that chicken thighs will save you money at the grocery store. And this easy ranch chicken thighs recipe will make you want to grab a bulk package and make them over and over again!
It really tastes that good. It’s made with just five simple ingredients, which makes it the best recipe to make on those nights when you don’t have the energy to follow a complicated recipe.
These baked chicken thighs will come out of the oven with a crispy crust and all the yummy juices locked inside! Every bite is full of delight.
And you don’t have to remember to marinate the chicken overnight (or at all). Keep reading and I’ll share all my best tips (or skip right down to the printable recipe card).
Keto Ranch Chicken Thighs
Ranch is the perfect seasoning for chicken thighs! I’ve made all sorts of ranch chicken recipes before.
I love to make crockpot ranch chicken stew on rainy days. And my keto cheddar ranch chicken burgers are served with a lip-smacking BBQ cream sauce.
Want to find more keto ranch recipes? Type “ranch chicken” into the search bar here on my blog and you’ll find a bunch!
When you make the ranch chicken thighs, remember to use boneless and skinless chicken thighs. They will cook so much faster than the kind with the bones in.
Oh, and for a bolder flavor, shred some fresh parmesan and cheddar cheese at home. The pre-shredded bags from the grocery store will work too, but the flavor is muted.
Cheesy Ranch Chicken
Can you make the baked ranch chicken thighs with chicken breasts? Yes, you sure can!
But just know that chicken breasts dry out more than chicken thighs when you bake them. If you want really juicy chicken, then I suggest baking chicken thighs.
I baked them for about 40 minutes in the oven, but you should temperature check your chicken to know if it’s fully cooked. Chicken needs to reach an internal temperature of 165F before it’s safe to eat.
If you want the chicken thighs to cook faster, lay them out as flat as you can or slice them into thinner pieces.
What To Eat With Chicken Thighs
There are only 2 grams net carbs in each serving of these ranch chicken thighs. That leaves you plenty of macros for the sides!
I like to add a little bit of low-carb garlic butter cauliflower rice on the side. It’s the perfect flavor combination.
If you don’t like cauliflower rice, you might like my mashed cauliflower recipe instead.
Another popular choice is to serve it with something colder like an easy keto broccoli salad. If you love green beans, make your favorite green bean casserole on the side.
How To Store Cooked Chicken
Ranch chicken thighs are is the perfect meal to add to your weekly meal prep! Store your cooked chicken in an airtight food storage container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to three days.
You can also freeze it! Store it in a freezer-safe bag and keep it in the freezer for up to six months. Then, reheat the meal in a skillet again. You might need to add some butter.
Keto Baked Cheesy Ranch Chicken Thighs Recipe
Below are the ingredients that you’ll need to make the keto baked cheesy ranch chicken thighs recipe. Exact measurements and instructions are located in the printable recipe card a little further below.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Servings: 6
Net Carbs: 2 net carbs per serving
Ingredients:
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Packet ranch seasoning
- Mayonnaise
- Parmesan cheese grated
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Place the chicken thighs into a baking dish, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Mix together the remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Spread the mixture over the chicken thighs.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is browned on top and cooked completely through.
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Keto Baked Cheesy Ranch Chicken Thighs
Budget-friendly and popular with kids, this keto baked cheesy ranch chicken thighs recipe is also low-carb and good for you too.
Ingredients
- 6 Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 1 packet Ranch Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
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Place the chicken thighs into a baking dish, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Mix together the remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl.
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Spread the mixture over the chicken thighs.
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Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is browned on top and cooked completely through.
Recipe Notes
Calories: 375 Net Carbs: 2 Net Carbs Per Serving
The nutritional information for this recipe is calculated as a courtesy and is an approximate only. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipes on this site.
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