Description
Crack Chicken Tenders are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a satisfying crunch with each bite. Coated in a savory panko and Parmesan mixture, these juicy chicken strips are baked to golden perfection and paired with ranch dressing for a mouthwatering experience. Ideal for game nights, family gatherings, or simply when you’re craving something delicious, these tenders will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix panko, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk the eggs.
- Cut chicken into tenders and dip each piece in egg wash, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
- Place tenders on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F).
- While baking, mix ranch dressing with additional spices if desired.
- Serve hot with ranch dressing drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate chicken tenders before breading. Customize by adding hot sauce to the coating or experimenting with different seasonings. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.