Cracker Chicken
Get ready to elevate weeknight dinners with this irresistibly crispy and flavorful Cracker Chicken! Featuring tender, boneless chicken breasts coated in a golden crust of buttery crackers, Parmesan cheese, and a blend of savory spices, this baked chicken recipe is the perfect combination of crunchy and juicy. The simple breading technique—flour, egg wash, and cracker coating—creates a deliciously thick and crispy crust that’s baked to perfection with a drizzle of melted butter. Ready in just 45 minutes, this family-friendly recipe delivers all the comfort-food vibes while staying easy enough for any beginner cook. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes, a fresh green salad, or your favorite dipping sauce for a meal that’s sure to become a household favorite. Keywords: Cracker Chicken recipe, crispy baked chicken, easy dinner ideas, buttery cracker coating, family-friendly meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups buttery round crackers (e.g., Ritz crackers)
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Place the crackers in a large zip-top bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin, or pulse them in a food processor. Transfer the crumbs into a shallow dish.
Mix in the parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper with the crushed crackers. Set aside.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs until smooth. In a third shallow dish, add the all-purpose flour.
Set up a breading station: 1) flour, 2) beaten eggs, 3) cracker mixture.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, ensuring it is evenly coated. Shake off the excess.
Dip the floured chicken breast into the beaten eggs, turning it to coat completely.
Press the chicken breast into the cracker mixture, ensuring an even crust on both sides. Repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.
Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy your crispy and flavorful Cracker Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.0 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.3 g | 426% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1168 mg | 389% | |
| Sodium | 6788 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 349.3 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 297.8 g | 596% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1048 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 2387 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
