My Favorite Crispy Cheddar Chicken- Baked

You may never fry chicken again after tasting this baked crispy chicken.

Discover a game-changing twist to traditional fried chicken with our delectable Baked Crispy Cheddar Chicken recipe. This culinary masterpiece promises a perfect blend of tender chicken, rich cheddar, and a crispy coating that will make you ditch the fryer for good.

Ingredients:

2 lb chicken tenders or 4 large chicken breasts

2 sleeves ritz crackers

1/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp teaspoon pepper

1/2 c whole milk (i used 2%)

3 cup cheddar cheese, grated

1 tsp dried parsley

Sauce:

10oz can cream of chicken soup

2 Tbsp sour cream

2 Tbsp butter

Directions:

1. Crush crackers. If using chicken breasts and not tenders, cut each chicken breast into 3 large pieces. Pour the milk,cheese and cracker crumbs into 3 separate small pans. Toss the salt and pepper into the cracker crumbs and stir the mixture around to combine.

2. Dip each piece of chicken into the milk and then the cheese. Press the cheese into the chicken with your fingers. Then press the cheesy coated chicken into the cracker crumbs and press it in. Spray a 9×13 pan with cooking spray and lay the chicken inside the pan.

3.Sprinkle the dried parsley over the chicken. Cover the pan with tin foil and bake at 400 degrees for 35 minutes. Remove the tin foil, bake for an additional 10-15 minutes,or until the edges of the chicken are golden brown and crispy.

4. In a medium sized sauce pan combine the cream of chicken soup,sour cream and butter with a whisk. Stir it over medium high heat until the sauce is nice and hot. Serve over the chicken.

Conclusion:

Elevate your chicken game with this Baked Crispy Cheddar Chicken recipe – a hassle-free, healthier alternative to frying that doesn’t compromise on taste. Delight your taste buds with the perfect harmony of tender chicken, gooey cheddar, and a crispy golden crust. Enjoy the culinary magic that happens when simplicity meets sensational flavor!