Crispy Cheddar Baked Chicken
Tender chicken breasts baked with a golden, cheesy crust made from crushed cereal and sharp cheddar—comfort food with the perfect crunch and melty, savory bite in every forkful!
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 cups crushed cornflakes or crispy cereal
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine crushed cereal, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Step 3: Spread sour cream or yogurt evenly over each chicken breast. Press each one into the cereal mixture to coat thoroughly.
- Step 4: Place coated chicken breasts in the baking dish. Drizzle with melted butter. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and crust is golden and crispy.
- Step 5: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Delicious with mashed potatoes or a crisp green salad.
Notes
Swap cheddar for pepper jack if you want a spicy kick. This coating also works well on chicken tenders for a kid-friendly meal!
Nutrition
Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 430mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 580IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg