Crispy Cheddar Chicken
Crispy baked cheddar and cracker crusted chicken! Cheese is one of my favorite foods and this crispy cheddar chicken is a great way to enjoy plenty of it for dinner! Chicken breasts are seasoned and coated with shredded cheddar cheese along with crumbled cheese crackers before baking until the cheese has melted and the cracker crumbs get nice and crispy! It’s so easy to make and oh so good! I like to serve this easy meal with a side of mashed potatoes and steamed veggies and to smother it all in a sriracha cheese sauce. Yum!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet with Grid (I prefer Nordic Ware, they don't twist/warp)
Ingredients
- 1- pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs trimmed and butterflied
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder optional
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup flour use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup cheese cracker crumbs or panko breadcrumbs use gluten-free for gluten-free option
Instructions
- Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in beaten eggs, then press into shredded cheddar, followed by cracker crumbs.
- Place the chicken on a rack set over a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, the cheese has melted, and the crumb coating is golden brown and crispy.
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