This Crispy Cheddar Chicken is an easy and delicious way to enjoy a crispy chicken dinner without frying. Coated in cheddar cheese and ritz crackers, it’s baked in the air fryer to achieve a golden, crispy crust. Serve with a creamy sauce for a satisfying meal!
Timing Details and Serving:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: Approx. 400 kcal per servingIngredients
- 2 lbs chicken tenders or 4 large chicken breasts (cut into tenders if using breasts)
- 2 sleeves ritz crackers
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or 2%)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 tsp dried parsley
For the Sauce:
- 10 oz can cream of chicken soup
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 2 tbsp butterInstructions
- Prepare the Coatings: Crush the ritz crackers into fine crumbs. Pour the milk, grated cheese, and cracker crumbs into separate shallow dishes. Mix the salt and pepper into the cracker crumbs.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each piece of chicken into the milk, then into the grated cheese, pressing the cheese onto the chicken. Next, coat the chicken with the cracker crumbs, pressing firmly to adhere.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken and air fry for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the chicken is cooking, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and butter in a medium saucepan. Whisk together over medium-high heat until the sauce is heated through and smooth.
- Serve: Serve the crispy chicken hot with the creamy sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping. Garnish with dried parsley if desired.
Amount Per Serving
Calories: kcal
Serving: servings, Carbohydrates: 21.5 g, Protein: 22.5 g, Fat: 3.5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 69 mg, Sodium: 426.5 mg, Fiber: 1.5 g, Sugar: 1.5 g