Ritz Y Chicken
Get ready to elevate a classic weeknight dinner with Ritz Y Chicken, a delightfully crispy and flavorful baked chicken recipe that’s as simple as it is satisfying! Featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a buttery, golden crust of crushed Ritz crackers and infused with the irresistible flavors of garlic, onion, and paprika, this dish delivers comfort in every bite. The recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for busy days, and finishes with a melt-in-your-mouth crunch thanks to a drizzle of rich melted butter before baking. Serve this family-friendly chicken dish with your favorite side dishes for a meal that’s sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation. With easy steps and pantry-friendly ingredients, Ritz Y Chicken is the ultimate combo of convenience and indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 cups Ritz crackers
- 1 stick butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to fit all four chicken breasts.
Place the Ritz crackers in a resealable plastic bag, then crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin or your hands. Pour the crumbs into a shallow bowl.
Melt the stick of butter in the microwave or in a small saucepan. Let it cool slightly.
In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the crushed Ritz crackers. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Then press the chicken into the seasoned Ritz cracker crumbs, turning to coat both sides evenly. Place into the prepared baking dish.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the coated chicken breasts. This will help them achieve a golden, crispy texture when baked.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Optionally, sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh garnish. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.7 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.1 g | 335% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1212 mg | 404% | |
| Sodium | 3143 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 234.5 g | 469% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 330 mg | 7% | |
*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.
