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Crack Chicken Tenders – Easy Dinner Recipe

Crack Chicken Tenders – Easy Dinner Recipe Your Family Will Love

Crack Chicken Tenders are an easy dinner recipe that offers crispy texture, high protein, and kid-friendly flavors, making them a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Coating
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders or chicken breasts sliced into strips
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt or mayonnaise; consider plant-based for dairy-free
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese freshly shredded is recommended
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Crunch
  • 1 cup Crushed Ritz Crackers or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Finish
  • cooking spray Cooking Spray or olive oil

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly coat it with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise with the ranch seasoning mix. Whisk until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, mix together shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan, crushed Ritz crackers, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  4. Dip each chicken tender into the yogurt mixture, then press into the cheese and cracker mixture.
  5. Place the coated chicken tenders onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Lightly spritz with cooking spray.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
  7. Let cool for a couple of minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra crispiness, consider using a wire rack on the baking sheet. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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