Cheddar Baked Chicken Recipe

This Cheddar Baked Chicken is coated in a cheesy, buttery, crumb and Corn Flake breading and baked to perfection. This easy baked chicken comes out perfectly tender every time.

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Baked Chicken, baked not fried, Best chicken recipe, Cheddar Baked Chicken, Cheesy Chicken

Servings:

Calories: 496kcal

Equipment

3 Shallow Bowls
Non-stick Cooking Spray
9x13-inch Baking Pan

Ingredients

½ cup butter (divided)
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 eggs
1 Tablespoon milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup corn flakes (crushed)
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Melt 1/4 cup butter and pour melted butter in an even layer in a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
In a small mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder; set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk; set aside.
In a third bowl, combine cheddar cheese, bread crumbs and crushed Corn Flakes; set aside.
Dip each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then the egg mixture and finish by coating it in the Corn Flake mixture.
Place coated chicken breasts in prepared pan and use the remaining butter to put a pat of butter on top of each piece of chicken.
Bake for 35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

Notes

To make this ahead of time: Prepare the chicken as directed. But do not bake. Cover well and place in the fridge until ready to bake.

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