Description
Ritz Cracker Chicken is a crispy, buttery, and flavorful baked chicken dish made with a golden Ritz cracker crust. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 – 1/4 pounds lean boneless chicken breasts, pounded or sliced thin (approx 1/2 inch)
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 sleeve Ritz Butter round crackers (about 30), crushed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Crush Ritz crackers in a bowl and mix with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dip each chicken breast into the whisked eggs, then coat with the cracker mixture.
- Place coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and scatter butter cubes on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
- Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use a meat mallet to flatten chicken for even cooking.
- Add paprika or Italian seasoning to the cracker mix for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American