Crack Chicken Tenders
Crack Chicken Tenders are addictive chicken tenders coated in creamy ranch and encrusted with cheddar, Parmesan, and buttery Ritz crackers.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- parchment paper
- medium bowl
- separate dish
Ingredients
Poultry
- 1 ½ lbs chicken tenders trimmed
Dairy
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Crackers
- ½ cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 12 crackers)
Miscellaneous
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or place a wire rack on top and spray with cooking oil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- In a separate dish, mix shredded cheddar, Parmesan, crushed Ritz crackers, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
- Pat chicken tenders dry, dip into the yogurt mixture, then press into the cheese and cracker mix.
- Arrange chicken on the baking sheet in a single layer and lightly spray with cooking oil.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway if desired, until chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve hot with ranch or honey mustard for dipping.
Notes
Greek yogurt keeps the chicken moist and tender. Mayonnaise can be used for a richer flavor. Crush Ritz crackers into coarse crumbs for the best texture. Use a wire rack for extra crispy tenders. Check internal temperature to ensure doneness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 45gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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