Crispy Crack Chicken Tenders
Crispy Crack Chicken Tenders are a family favorite, easy to make, and perfect for any meal. These tender chicken pieces are coated in a flavorful mixture of ranch seasoning and Parmesan, then baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free crackers)
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Tenders
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (can substitute with Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated for best taste)
- 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder (optional)
- 1 cup Ritz Crackers (can use gluten-free crackers)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and optional onion powder in a mixing bowl.
- Crush the Ritz crackers in a zip-top bag until fine crumbs form.
- Dip each chicken tender in the creamy mixture, then roll in crushed crackers.
- Arrange the coated tenders on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- Let the tenders cool for a few minutes.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Serve with creamy coleslaw or sweet potato fries for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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