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Ritz Cracker Chicken

Ritz Cracker Chicken
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Ritz Cracker Chicken is a quick and easy baked chicken recipe featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a buttery, crispy Ritz cracker crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish delivers comforting flavor with minimal ingredients and can be customized with various seasonings and additions to suit your family’s tastes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 30 crackers)
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cracker Coating: Crush the Ritz crackers into fine crumbs by placing them in a sealed bag and crushing with a rolling pin or pulsing briefly in a food processor. In a shallow bowl, combine the crushed crackers with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to help the coating stick better. Brush each breast evenly with melted butter, then press firmly into the cracker crumb mixture, making sure they are well coated on all sides.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts on a greased baking sheet or in a baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
  4. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes to lock in the juices. Slice and serve your crispy Ritz Cracker Chicken with your choice of sides or garnishes.

Notes

  • Crush crackers into uniformly small crumbs for an even, crispy coating.
  • Patting chicken dry before coating helps crumbs stick and stay crispy.
  • Melted butter is essential for a golden-brown, flavorful crust.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through without overcooking.
  • Let the chicken rest after baking to maintain juiciness.

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