Crack Chicken Tenders
Crispy and addictive chicken tenders coated with a creamy ranch and Parmesan mixture, perfect for a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken Tenders Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- ½ cup mayonnaise Acts as a binder
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 packet Ranch seasoning mix Availability may vary
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers Use any buttery crackers if Ritz are unavailable
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Coat each chicken tender in the mayo mixture and then dredge in the crushed Ritz crackers.
- Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet with space between each piece.
Cooking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, do not skimp on the cracker coating. If they brown too fast, tent loosely with foil. Let the tenders rest for a minute before serving to avoid burning your mouth.