Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 1 – 1/4 pounds lean boneless chicken breasts, pounded or sliced thin (approx 1/2 inch thick)
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1 sleeve Ritz Butter round crackers (about 30 crackers), crushed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Butter
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it's at the right temperature when the chicken is ready to bake.
- Mix Cracker Coating: In a medium bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. This mixture will create the flavorful and crispy coating for the chicken.
- Prepare Chicken: Rinse the chicken breasts and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels to help the coating stick better. Dip each chicken piece into the whisked eggs, then press and coat evenly with the cracker mixture.
- Arrange and Add Butter: Place the coated chicken breasts into a 9×13-inch baking dish. Scatter the cubes of butter evenly around and on top of the chicken pieces. This butter will melt during baking, keeping the chicken moist and adding richness.
- Bake Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced. The cracker crust should be golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately. Optionally spoon some of the melted butter from the baking dish over the chicken for extra flavor and moisture.
Notes
- For best results, pound chicken breasts evenly to about 1/2 inch thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
- Using Ritz Butter crackers enhances flavor, but regular Ritz crackers can be substituted if necessary.
- Butter melting around the chicken creates a rich sauce; for a lower fat option, reduce butter slightly or use a butter substitute.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking that its internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- Serve with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
