Easy Potato Chip Chicken Breasts
Crispy, flavorful, and irresistibly easy, these Potato Chip Chicken Breasts are a game-changer in your weeknight dinner rotation! This recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a crunchy masterpiece, using crushed potato chips as the ultimate coating for juicy, tender chicken breasts. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short bake time, this dish is perfect for busy nights when you need maximum flavor with minimal effort. Seasoned with garlic, paprika, and a hint of black pepper, the potato chip crust delivers a mouthwatering blend of textures and tastes. Plus, it’s highly customizable—experiment with different chip flavors, from classic plain to tangy barbecue, to create your perfect bite. Serve these golden, oven-baked chicken breasts alongside a fresh salad or creamy mashed potatoes for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s anything but ordinary.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 3 cups potato chips (preferably plain or flavored to your liking)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon cooking spray or melted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Place the potato chips in a zip-top bag and crush them into small crumbs using a rolling pin, or pulse them in a food processor. Transfer the crushed chips to a shallow dish.
In a second shallow dish, whisk the eggs until smooth.
In a third shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and coat each piece in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Dip each floured chicken breast into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Press the chicken breasts firmly into the crushed potato chips, coating them completely on all sides. Lightly press down to help the chips stick better.
Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray or brush them with melted butter to enhance crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken breasts rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.9 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 944 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 4034 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.8 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 251.1 g | 502% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2420 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.
