Ranch Chicken & Broccoli Sheet Pan Melt (Printable)

Tender chicken and broccoli roasted with ranch seasoning and melted cheddar cheese on a single sheet pan for effortless cleanup.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 1.5 pounds

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 cups fresh broccoli florets

→ Seasonings & Oils

03 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
04 - 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

→ Cheese

08 - 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken breasts and broccoli florets. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with ranch seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and kosher salt. Toss until all components are evenly coated.
03 - Transfer chicken breasts to one side of the prepared sheet pan. Distribute broccoli florets on the opposite side in a single even layer.
04 - Roast in preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and broccoli becomes crisp-tender.
05 - Remove sheet pan from oven. Distribute shredded cheddar cheese evenly across both chicken and broccoli surfaces.
06 - Return pan to oven under broiler on high setting for 2 to 4 minutes until cheese melts completely with golden brown spots.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to rest for 2 minutes before serving while still hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • One pan means one thing to wash, which is honestly the best kitchen magic there is.
  • The cheese melts into pockets of salty, creamy goodness that makes even reluctant vegetable eaters forget they're eating broccoli.
  • It comes together faster than ordering takeout, and tastes infinitely better.
02 -
  • Don't skip the parchment paper—it prevents sticking and makes cleanup nearly effortless, which means you're more likely to make this again tomorrow.
  • The broiler is a game changer for melting cheese but watch it constantly because those few seconds between melted and burnt happen faster than you'd expect.
03 -
  • Buy sharp cheddar that you actually enjoy eating on its own—cheese quality directly impacts how good this tastes, so don't settle for the bargain block if you can help it.
  • Pound your chicken to even thickness before seasoning so it cooks uniformly and stays juicy instead of having dry edges and an undercooked center.
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