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Cheez-It Crusted Chicken: Crispy Cheesy Baked Recipe

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Cheez-It Chicken is an easy, five-ingredient family favorite made with chicken breast, Cheez-Its, sour cream, a little butter, and grated Parmesan. The combination creates a crunchy, cheesy topping and a tender, flavorful chicken that both kids and adults love.

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This recipe came from a close friend, Mikel, and has been a go-to for years. It’s one of those dishes I make when I don’t want to waste ingredients and need something everyone will eat. The flavor is surprisingly rich given how simple the ingredients are. Early on, this recipe went viral on TikTok and social media, and it remains a favorite in our house. Give it a try — it’s a keeper.

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I frequently use a Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron rectangular roaster for this dish because it promotes even roasting and retains heat for consistent results.

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🗒 More Delicious Chicken Bake Recipes

Try these other comforting chicken bakes for variety and family-friendly dinners.

👝 How to Store Leftovers

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–5 days.

🤔 Common Questions

Can I use a different cracker instead of Cheez-Its?

Yes. Ritz crackers or crushed potato chips both make tasty alternatives and add a different texture and flavor.

What can I serve with Cheez-It Chicken?

Serve it with steamed broccoli, mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh side salad.

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Serving spatula lifting a portion of Cheez-It Chicken from a baking dish.

Cheez-It Chicken

Cheez-It Chicken is a simple five-ingredient bake that disappears quickly at the dinner table. It combines chicken breast, sour cream, grated Parmesan, crushed Cheez-Its, and melted butter for a crunchy, cheesy topping.
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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 People
Calories 449 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoons
  • Ziploc bag (for crushing crackers)

Ingredients

  • 3 chicken breasts, butterflied (to make six thin pieces)
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 6 oz sour cream
  • 3 oz grated Parmesan
  • 2 cups Cheez-Its, crushed
  • 6 tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Butterfly the chicken breasts so you have six thin pieces. Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and cracked black pepper.
  2. Grease a baking dish and arrange the seasoned chicken in the dish. Spoon about 2 heaping tablespoons of sour cream onto each piece (6 oz total) and smooth it to cover the chicken. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly over each piece.
  3. Place the Cheez-Its in a Ziploc bag and crush them. Pour the melted butter into the bag, toss to coat the crumbs, then spread the buttery Cheez-It crumbs over each chicken piece to fully cover them.
  4. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45–50 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden and crisp. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 449 kcal
Carbohydrates: 17 g
Protein: 31 g
Fat: 28 g (Saturated Fat: 14 g)
Sodium: 1043 mg
Keyword 5 ingredient, cheez-it, chicken bake, easy, family dinner, weeknight meal
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