Description
Crack Chicken Tenders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining tender chicken with a crunchy, flavorful coating. Each tender is coated in a delectable mixture of mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and zesty Ranch seasoning, then rolled in crushed Ritz crackers for that perfect crisp. Whether you’re hosting a game day gathering or seeking an easy weeknight dinner, these tenders are quick to prepare and will leave everyone asking for seconds. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces for an enjoyable twist on this classic dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 packet Ranch seasoning mix
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Coat each chicken tender in the mayo mixture, then dredge in crushed Ritz crackers.
- Arrange coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet with space between them.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (85g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 50mg