Famous Butter Chicken
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Total time
55 min
Servings
4
Calories
480.1
Category
Dinner & Mains
This Famous Butter Chicken recipe is a quick and easy dinner option that delivers juicy, tender chicken with a crispy, buttery coating. Ready in under an hour, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
Makes 4 servings
- 2 eggs
- 1 ground black pepper
- 1/2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- 4 butter
Method
Preheat oven to 375*F.
Place eggs and cracker crumbs in two separate shallow bowls.
Mix cracker crumbs with garlic salt and pepper.
Dip chicken in the eggs, then dredge in the crumb mixture to coat.
Arrange coated chicken in a 9X13 inch baking dish.
Place pieces of butter around the chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear.
Easy swaps
- Instead of boneless skinless chicken breast halves, use boneless skinless chicken thighsThighs will be juicier and more flavorful, but may require slightly longer baking time.
- Instead of cracker crumbs, use panko breadcrumbsPanko provides an extra-crispy texture; mix with melted butter for better browning.
- Instead of garlic salt, use onion powder + saltUse 1/2 tsp onion powder and 1/4 tsp salt per 1 tsp garlic salt for a milder flavor.
Frequently asked
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
Yes, but reduce or omit added salt in the crumb mixture to avoid over-salting.
How do I know when the chicken is fully cooked?
Use a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 165°F. Also check that juices run clear.
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Absolutely. Use gluten-free cracker crumbs or almond flour, and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
