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Crispy Butter Chicken (Oven Baked)

This crispy butter chicken is golden and crunchy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside — all baked in the oven with no frying required. A simple comfort food recipe ready in just 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb total)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup Ritz cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • oven
  • tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, mix cracker crumbs with garlic salt and black pepper.
  3. Dip chicken into eggs, then press into cracker mixture until fully coated.
  4. Place coated chicken in a baking dish in a single layer.
  5. Scatter butter pieces evenly over the chicken.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before coating for best results. Press the cracker crumbs firmly onto each piece. Do not skip the butter — it creates a rich, self-basting crust. Use a thermometer and cook to 165°F for perfectly juicy chicken. Avoid reheating in the microwave to keep the coating crispy.