Description
This Easy Crack Chicken Tenders recipe delivers juicy chicken tenders coated in a crispy, flavorful crust made from Ritz crackers, Ranch seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy mayo mixture. Perfectly baked until golden and tender, this dish is a simple, addictive meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound chicken tenders
Coating Mixture
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 packet Ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Crust
- 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Make Coating Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, Ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Coat Chicken Tenders: Take each chicken tender and fully coat it in the mayo mixture. Then dredge the coated tender in the crushed Ritz crackers, pressing gently to ensure the cracker crumbs adhere well to the surface.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are spaced evenly for even cooking.
- Bake Until Crisp: Bake the tenders in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, indicating it is thoroughly cooked.
Notes
- Use Ritz crackers for a buttery, crispy crust that adds great texture and flavor.
- Ensure the chicken reaches 165°F internally for safe consumption.
- You can swap Ranch seasoning mix with your favorite dry herb blend for a different flavor.
- For extra crispiness, broil the tenders for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- This recipe works well with chicken breasts cut into strips as an alternative to tenders.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
