🐔✨ Crispy Ritz Cracker Chicken Breasts
Serves: 4
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 25–30 minutes
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt & pepper (to taste)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1/4 tsp onion powder (optional)
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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1 tbsp milk
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2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve)
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
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2–3 tbsp butter or olive oil for baking
Instructions
1. Prep the chicken
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Pat chicken breasts dry.
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Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Set up breading station
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Place flour in one shallow dish.
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In another dish, beat eggs + milk.
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In a third dish, combine crushed Ritz crackers + Parmesan.
3. Coat the chicken
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Dredge each chicken breast in flour → shake off excess.
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Dip in egg mixture → let excess drip off.
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Press into Ritz cracker mixture until fully coated.
4. Bake
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Place chicken on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Dot or drizzle with butter or a light spray of oil for extra crispiness.
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Bake 25–30 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and coating is golden brown.
5. Serve
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Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
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Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
💡 Tips
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Extra crispy: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
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Flavor boost: Mix in dried herbs like thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning with the crackers.
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Make-ahead: Assemble coated chicken and refrigerate 30 minutes before baking to help the coating stick.
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Alternative: Cook in a skillet with a little oil for stovetop golden crispiness.
If you want, I can also give you a Ritz Chicken Tenders version, Air Fryer Crispy Ritz Chicken, or a Creamy Ritz Chicken Bake.
