Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Breasts
Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Breasts feature a golden, cracker-crumb crust that shatters with each bite while keeping the meat juicy inside. Lightly seasoned with seasoned salt and a hint of garlic, they offer straightforward comfort with a nostalgic, buttery finish. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinners, they pair beautifully with simple sides like green beans or mashed potatoes.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather all the ingredients and preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a large baking dish.
- 2
In a shallow bowl, combine the crushed crackers, seasoned salt, and garlic powder.
- 3
Dip the chicken breasts in the melted margarine, then press them into the cracker mixture until coated. Arrange the chicken in the prepared baking dish.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, until the chicken breasts are no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).
- 5
Serve and enjoy!
- Calories 598.37 kcal High
- Protein 56.32 g Good Source
- Carbs 43.07 g Moderate
- Total Fat 20.13 g High
- Saturated Fat 2.6 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 1.94 g High
- Cholesterol 140.73 mg High
- Sodium 594.56 mg High
- Fiber 0.12 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 12.35 mg Low Source
- Iron 4.15 mg Good Source
- Potassium 70.91 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 194.33 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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