Ritz Cracker Chicken Nuggets
Mary
Get the crunch you crave! This easy guide shows how to make Ritz Cracker Chicken nuggets extra crispy and packed with flavor. Get cooking today!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cup Ritz crackers, crushed into fine crumbs
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 tbsp melted butter
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a skillet with oil over medium heat for frying until shimmering.
Crush Ritz crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin.
Mix dry ingredients (garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper) into the crushed crackers.
Whisk eggs and milk in a separate bowl.
Dip chicken pieces into the egg mixture, then coat them thoroughly with the Ritz cracker crumbs.
Arrange nuggets on a greased baking sheet or carefully place them in hot oil if frying.
Bake for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, or fry until golden brown.
Drizzle melted butter over the nuggets for an extra crispy finish.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce!
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