🍗 Crispy Ritz Cracker Chicken Recipe 🧈🧂

Posted by BMA24

This Crispy Ritz Cracker Chicken is a simple and delicious dish that features tender chicken coated in buttery Ritz crackers, resulting in a golden, crispy crust that’s sure to please everyone at the table!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
  • 1 sleeve (about 35) Ritz crackers, crushed 🧂
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🌰
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 🌰
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
  • Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted 🧈
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) 🌿

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  1. Preheat your oven:
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

2. Prepare the Cracker Coating:

  1. Crush the crackers:
  • Place the Ritz crackers in a ziplock bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy pan.
  1. Mix the coating:
  • In a shallow dish, combine the crushed Ritz crackers, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Coat the Chicken:

  1. Prepare the chicken:
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If desired, you can pound them slightly to an even thickness for even cooking.
  1. Dip the chicken:
  • Dip each chicken breast into the melted butter, coating it completely.
  1. Coat in cracker crumbs:
  • Press the buttered chicken breast into the cracker mixture, making sure it’s evenly coated on all sides.

4. Bake the Chicken:

  1. Place the chicken on the baking sheet:
  • Arrange the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
  1. Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).

5. Serve:

  1. Garnish and serve:
  • Garnish the crispy chicken with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, or a fresh salad.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 35-40 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 400-450 kcal per serving

This Crispy Ritz Cracker Chicken is an easy, family-friendly dish with a buttery, crunchy coating that pairs perfectly with tender, juicy chicken. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special meal! 🍗🧂✨