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Ritz Cracker Chicken

Irresistibly Crunchy Ritz Cracker Chicken You’ll Crave!

This Ritz Cracker Chicken combines crunch and flavor, transforming a simple dinner into a culinary celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Main dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3-4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts the perfect lean protein to soak up all the delicious flavors.
  • Salt and pepper To taste, these staples accentuate the chicken's natural flavors beautifully.
For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Crushed Ritz crackers lending an irresistibly crunchy texture.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted butter melted, for binding the crumbs.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder for savory aromas.
  • 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese adding savory depth to the dish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare your baking dish with a spritz of nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Combine the crushed Ritz crackers, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese in a mixing bowl and stir well.
  4. Dip each chicken breast into the melted butter, then coat with the cracker mixture.
  5. Arrange the coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  6. Rest the chicken for a few minutes after baking to allow juices to redistribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Serve with a side of fresh vegetables or a light salad for added color and nutrition.

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