Cheddar Baked Chicken

Cheese, crispy, buttery chicken! No, this isn't a diet recipe (obviously). Yes, you won't care once you take your first bite. Mash up some potatoes and fry some squash and you have one amazing meal on your hands.  Don't be shocked when you read the ingredients and see rice krispies on the list. They add the perfect crunch.



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Ingredients

 1/2 c butter, melted
1/2 c flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 egg
1 Tbsp milk
1 c shredded cheddar
1 pouch Shake 'n Bake Extra Crispy
1 c Rice Krispies
3-4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350. Pour melted butter into baking dish.

2. Mix flour, salt, pepper, and garlic.

3. In a separate bowl, scramble the egg and milk together.

4. In a third bowl, mix the cheese, Shake 'n Bake, and cereal.

5. Dip the chicken first into the flour, then the egg, then the cereal mix, making sure to thoroughly coat each time.  Place in the baking dish.

6. Bake for 35 minutes or until breading is golden brown and chicken is fully cooked.