Cheddar Crusted Chicken with Creamy Sauce
A crispy, cheesy chicken dish with a rich, creamy sauce—perfect for family dinners or special occasions!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 large chicken breasts
- 2 sleeves Ritz crackers
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 120 ml milk
- 360 g cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
For the Sauce:
- 1 can (285 g) cream of chicken soup
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Cut each chicken breast into 3 large chunks.
2. Make the Cracker Coating:
- Use a food processor to grind Ritz crackers into fine crumbs.
- Place milk, grated cheddar cheese, and cracker crumbs into three separate shallow dishes.
- Mix salt and pepper into the cracker crumbs.
3. Coat the Chicken:
- Dip each chicken piece into milk, then coat with grated cheese, pressing to adhere.
- Finally, coat with cracker crumbs, pressing firmly to ensure full coverage.
4. Bake:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and arrange the coated chicken pieces inside.
- Sprinkle dried parsley evenly over the chicken.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and crispy.
5. Prepare the Sauce:
- In a saucepan, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and butter over medium-high heat.
- Stir until hot and well combined.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Pour the creamy sauce over the crispy chicken or serve on the side.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Crispy & Cheesy: A golden crust with melted cheddar inside.
- Rich & Creamy Sauce: Perfectly complements the crunchy chicken.
- Easy & Family-Friendly: Simple ingredients and quick preparation.
This Cheddar Crusted Chicken with Creamy Sauce is a delicious, comforting meal that’s sure to become a favorite!
