Description

This Cheddar Baked Chicken is a crispy and cheesy delight that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal! Tender chicken tenders are coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture with Rice Krispies for extra crunch, then baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 large egg
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup Rice Krispies cereal
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
2 pounds chicken tenders (about 12 strips)
4 tablespoons butter, melted

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Instructions

Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Coat a 10×15 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
Set Up Breading Station: Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder; one with beaten egg and milk; and one with cheese, cereal, breadcrumbs, and Italian seasoning.
Bread Chicken: Dredge chicken tenders in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
Bake: Arrange coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and drizzle with melted butter. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Serve: Serve hot with a roasted vegetable or a side salad.

Notes

Ensure chicken pieces are similar in size for even cooking. If using chicken breasts, cut them into strips roughly the same size as chicken tenders.
You can substitute the chicken tenders with boneless, skinless chicken thighs, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
If you don’t have Rice Krispies cereal, you can use another type of cereal or omit it altogether.
For a richer flavor, you can use a combination of cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2-3 chicken tenders
Calories: 400
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 120mg