Crack Chicken Tenders Recipe
If you love crispy, juicy chicken with loads of flavor, this Crack Chicken Tenders Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- Cooking spray or oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayo, and ranch mix.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs lightly.
- Crush crackers and mix with spices in a bowl.
- Dip chicken tenders in egg mixture first.
- Coat each tender with the cheese mixture.
- Roll tenders in crushed crackers until coated.
- Place on prepared baking sheet evenly spaced.
- Spray tenders lightly with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Check internal temp (165°F) for safety.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use panko for extra crunch.
- Try air frying for crispier texture.
- Add cooked bacon for smoky flavor.
- Use reduced-fat cheese for lighter version.
- Serve immediately for best crunch.