Crispy Ritz Cracker Chicken

A comforting, crunchy chicken dish with a cheesy twist, complemented by a creamy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings!

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed (Roasted Vegetable flavor suggested for extra zest)

¼ cup milk

1 large egg

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Salt, to taste

Garlic pepper, to taste

For the Sauce

1 can (10 oz) cream of chicken soup

¼ cup milk

2 tablespoons sour cream

2 tablespoons butter

Directions

1️⃣ Preheat the Oven

Preheat to 400°F (200°C).

Grease a baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.

2️⃣ Prepare the Chicken

In a shallow bowl, whisk together egg and ¼ cup milk.

In a second bowl, add crushed Ritz crackers.

In a third bowl, place the shredded cheddar cheese.

Season chicken breasts with salt and garlic pepper.

Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, coat it with cheese, and then press into the crushed crackers.

Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking pan.

3️⃣ Bake the Chicken

Bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown (internal temp: 165°F/74°C).

4️⃣ Make the Sauce

While the chicken bakes, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Add cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and milk, whisking until smooth and creamy.

5️⃣ Serve

Plate the crispy chicken and drizzle with the warm sauce.

Garnish with chopped parsley or extra cheese, if desired.

Nutritional Information

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Calories: ~505 per serving

Servings: 4

This crispy Ritz Cracker Chicken is delightfully cheesy, crunchy, and comforting—a true crowd-pleaser!