Baked Crispy Cheddar Chicken
Get ready to savor the perfect blend of cheesy goodness and crispy coating with this Baked Crispy Cheddar Chicken! Easy to make and sure to impress, it’s a family favorite in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the crushed Ritz crackers, shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread sour cream over each chicken breast. Press each chicken breast into the cracker mixture, ensuring an even coat. Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle melted butter over the coated chicken breasts. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg