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Baked BBQ Chicken Breast is so simple to make and sure to please the entire family! This Cheez-It chicken only has 3 ingredients, but it’s filled with so much flavor. This is our go-to easy dinner recipe!
Why We Love This Baked BBQ Chicken Breast Recipe
Baked chicken recipes are a favorite around here. They’re easy, they’re delicious, and there are endless possibilities for new variations. This white cheddar baked BBQ chicken breast recipe is one of the best because it’s easy!
- Simple. You’re just 3 ingredients and one pan away from a delicious dinner.
- Tasty. Store-bought BBQ sauce and Cheez-Its are a flavor match made in heaven!
- Crunchy. Cheez-Its provide the perfect textural contrast to the juicy chicken.
Variations on Cheez-It Chicken
This recipe is so easy to change up based on what you have in your pantry. Korean BBQ sauce, Hoisin sauce, plum sauce, mustard sauce, teriyaki sauce, or even ranch dressing all work great. And if you don’t have Cheez-Its, use any other cheesy cracker, or try butter crackers or Panko breadcrumbs.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover baked BBQ chicken breast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes, or until warmed through.
How to Freeze
Freeze baked BBQ chicken breast (without the Cheez-Its) in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight before topping with freshly crushed Cheez-Its and reheating.
Serving Suggestions
This easy Cheez-It chicken recipe goes great with so many easy side dishes, like buttered noodles, Instant Pot mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, or basmati rice. For veggies, we love grilled corn on the cob, air fryer ranch broccoli, or cheesy asparagus au gratin.
More Baked Chicken Recipes To Try
- Baked Chicken Wings
- Honey Garlic Chicken
- Spicy Chicken Tacos
- Oven Fried Chicken Breast
- Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
- Caesar Chicken
- Baked Ranch Chicken
Notes from the Test Kitchen
Juicy chicken is coated in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and topped with crunchy, salty, cheesy Cheez-Its for the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Baked BBQ Chicken Breast Recipe
Equipment
- 9×13 Baking Pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups BBQ sauce divided
- 2 cups White Cheddar Cheez-Its
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a casserole dish with nonstick spray. Pour 1 cup of BBQ sauce into the bottom of the casserole dish (optional; see note below).2 cups BBQ sauce
- Place the Cheez-Its in a large Ziplock back and seal. Crush using your hands until finely crushed. Pour into a shallow bowl and set aside.2 cups White Cheddar Cheez-Its
- Pour the remaining 1 cup of BBQ sauce into a separate shallow dish.
- Start by dipping each chicken breast into the bowl of BBQ sauce, patting down both sides to make sure it's completely covered. Dip the BBQ chicken into the bowl with Cheez-Its and completely cover both sides. Use your fingers to pat down the crackers into each piece of chicken. Place each covered chicken breast into the casserole dish.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Bake, covered with foil, for 30 minutes, and then remove cover and continue cooking for another 15 minutes. Be sure to check the chicken for doneness before removing from the oven. When white throughout, it’s done!
Becky’s Tips
- Note: the BBQ sauce at the bottom of the baking dish is optional. It does make the bottom of the chicken a bit soggy. We liked the extra sauce, but it would be good either way. If you leave the extra sauce out, just serve it with a bit of BBQ sauce for dipping.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I Love recipes like this. It looks way fancier than just three ingredients’ worth!
Terrific recipe Becky! I bet the chicken is super tender and the flavors absolutely perfect. Have a great weekend!
So tempted to have some of that right now. That looks marvelous! Thank you so Much for sharing this.