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Cheesy Ritz Cracker Chicken

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A comforting dish featuring tender chicken coated in a creamy sauce and rolled in crushed Ritz crackers, baked until golden and crunchy.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar recommended)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups crushed Ritz crackers
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the sour cream, cheese, and seasonings together to create the creamy mixture.
  3. Dip each chicken breast in the creamy mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
  4. Roll the coated chicken in the crushed Ritz crackers until fully covered.
  5. Place the coated chicken in a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until golden and fully cooked.
  6. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) before serving.

Notes

Using parchment paper in the baking dish can help with cleanup. For a gluten-free version, substitute Ritz crackers with gluten-free alternatives.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg