Description
Crispy Cheddar Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring chicken breasts coated in a savory mixture of cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and cheddar cheese.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then dip in the eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb and cheese mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like parsley or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg