Transform your weeknight meals with this "Super Easy Ritz Cracker Breading" recipe, a game-changing twist on classic breading blends! Made with just a few pantry staples like buttery Ritz crackers, aromatic garlic and onion powders, a touch of dried parsley, and optional Parmesan cheese for added richness, this versatile breadcrumb mix comes together in under 10 minutes. The result is a flavor-packed coating that's perfect for elevating chicken, fish, or veggies with minimal effort. Customize the seasoning to suit your taste and store leftovers for quick meal prep solutions throughout the week. Crispy, golden perfection has never been easier!
1. Place the Ritz crackers in a large resealable plastic bag or a food processor.
2. Crush the crackers into fine crumbs using a rolling pin if using a bag, or pulse them in a food processor until fine.
3. Transfer the crushed crackers to a large mixing bowl.
4. Add the Parmesan cheese (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to the cracker crumbs.
5. Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure all the seasonings are evenly distributed.
6. Use immediately as a breading for chicken, fish, or vegetables, or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Calories |
700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 42.0 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 2844 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 655 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 36 mg | 1% | |
*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.