Ritz Parmesan Chicken
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, Ritz Parmesan Chicken is a simple yet irresistible dinner idea that's sure to impress. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a delightful crust of crushed Ritz crackers and Parmesan cheese, seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of salt and pepper for the perfect balance of savory and smoky notes. The finishing touch? A drizzle of melted butter before baking, ensuring a beautifully crisp, golden finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a texture that's crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or a fresh garden salad for a complete meal. Easy to make and loved by everyone, this buttery, cheesy chicken dinner is destined to be a weeknight favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 cups Ritz crackers
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Place the Ritz crackers in a resealable plastic bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor.
In a shallow dish, combine the crushed Ritz crackers, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.
Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then press it into the cracker and Parmesan mixture, coating both sides well.
Place the coated chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the tops of the chicken to help create a golden crust during baking.
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 and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.0 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.7 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1151 mg | 384% | |
| Sodium | 3913 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 265.8 g | 532% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1064 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| 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.
