Description
Enjoy a quick and flavorful dinner with Ritz Cracker Chicken! Tender chicken breasts coated in cheesy Ritz crackers and served with a creamy sauce, making it the ultimate comfort food for the whole family.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (Roasted Vegetable flavor recommended)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Garlic pepper, to taste
For the Sauce:
- 10 oz can cream of chicken soup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Set Up Coating Stations:
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the egg and 1/4 cup milk.
- Place the crushed Ritz crackers in another shallow dish and the shredded cheddar cheese in a third dish.
- Season and Coat Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and garlic pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg and milk mixture, then press shredded cheddar cheese onto the chicken, and finally coat thoroughly with crushed Ritz crackers.
- Bake the Chicken:
- Arrange the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- While the chicken bakes, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and 1/4 cup milk. Whisk the mixture until smooth and heated through.
- Serve:
- Serve the baked chicken hot, topped with the creamy sauce. Pair with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Flavor Variations: Try using different Ritz cracker flavors like Garlic Butter or Original for a twist.
- Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce for a subtle kick.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 505 kcal per serving
