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Crispy Butter-Baked Chicken

Enjoy juicy, crispy butter baked chicken topped with buttery cracker crumbs and Parmesan—no messy deep frying required for this quick dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 2 cups crushed buttery round crackers such as Ritz
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and pound any thick ends so all pieces are an even thickness.
  3. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the crushed crackers, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Beat the eggs in a separate shallow bowl until smooth.
  5. Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg, letting any excess drip off, then press firmly into the cracker mixture to coat both sides generously.
  6. Arrange coated chicken in a single layer in the prepared baking dish and drizzle melted butter evenly over the top of each piece.
  7. Bake uncovered for 25 to 35 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) on a meat thermometer. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4g

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