Name: Crispy Cheddar Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken tenders or 4 large chicken breasts; 2 sleeves Ritz crackers; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup whole milk; 3 cups cheddar cheese, grated; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1 (10-ounce) can cream of chicken soup; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 2 tablespoons butter

Crispy Cheddar Chicken

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Crispy Cheddar Chicken is a comforting, family-friendly dish featuring tender chicken coated in a cheesy, buttery Ritz cracker crust. Baked to golden perfection and served with a creamy sauce, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Enjoy its crunchy texture, rich cheddar flavor, and creamy topping for a satisfying meal!

Author: Janet
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Dinner, Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

2 lbs chicken tenders or 4 large chicken breasts
2 sleeves Ritz crackers
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup whole milk
3 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon dried parsley

For the Sauce:

1 (10-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons butter

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Crush the Ritz crackers into fine crumbs and mix in salt and pepper.
If using chicken breasts, cut each into three large pieces.
Prepare three bowls: one for milk, one for grated cheese, and one for cracker crumbs.
Dip each piece of chicken into the milk, then coat with cheese, pressing it onto the chicken.
Roll the cheese-coated chicken in the cracker crumbs, pressing to ensure even coverage.
Place the coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle dried parsley on top.
Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
While the chicken bakes, prepare the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and butter. Stir until heated through.
Serve the sauce over the crispy cheddar chicken and enjoy!

Notes

For extra crispiness, mix crushed cornflakes with the cracker crumbs.
Freshly grated cheese melts better and sticks to the chicken more effectively.
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free crackers.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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