Description
Crispy Cheddar Chicken is a family favorite! This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy cheddar cheese and breadcrumb mixture, baked to golden perfection. It’s easy to prepare and delivers a deliciously cheesy and crispy dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Enjoy this crispy and cheesy delight with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, or a fresh salad!
Set up a breading station:
- Plate 1: Place the flour.
- Bowl 1: Pour the milk.
- Plate 2: Mix the breadcrumbs and grated cheddar cheese.
- Dip each chicken breast in flour, then into the milk, and finally coat it in the cheddar cheese and breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to ensure an even coating.
- Arrange the breaded chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the melted butter over the top to enhance crispiness.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Americans
Keywords: Crispy Cheddar Chicken