Ritz Cracker Chicken
Golden, crispy, and irresistibly flavorful, Ritz Cracker Chicken is a comfort food classic that’s easy to make and perfect for any weeknight meal. This family-friendly recipe uses crushed Ritz crackers, seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, to create a buttery, crunchy coating that bakes to perfection. Tender chicken breasts are dipped in a simple egg wash before being rolled in the cracker crumb mixture, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. A touch of melted butter enhances both the taste and golden hue of the crust. Ready in just 45 minutes, this baked chicken recipe is a healthier alternative to fried chicken and pairs beautifully with sides like mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad. With its quick prep time, simple ingredients, and satisfying texture, Ritz Cracker Chicken is sure to become a go-to favorite in your dinner rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 as needed nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Place the sleeves of Ritz crackers into a resealable plastic bag, seal, and crush the crackers into fine crumbs using a rolling pin.
Transfer the crushed crackers to a shallow dish and mix in the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk to create an egg wash.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and dip each piece in the egg wash, ensuring it is fully coated.
Dredge the egg-coated chicken breasts in the seasoned Ritz cracker crumbs, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs evenly.
Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are not touching.
Dot the tops of the chicken breasts with small pieces of the unsalted butter to enhance browning and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.3 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.0 g | 245% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1071 mg | 357% | |
| Sodium | 4468 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 239.1 g | 478% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 289 mg | 6% | |
*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.
