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Cozy Crack Chicken Tenders


  • Author: emilie
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free (if using substitutions)

Description

A deliciously easy dinner recipe featuring crispy, creamy chicken tenders seasoned with ranch flavor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup crushed Ritz crackers (or panko breadcrumbs)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray or olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine Greek yogurt with ranch seasoning mix.
  3. Coat chicken tenders in the creamy mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together cheese, crackers, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Spread over the coated tenders.
  5. Arrange tenders on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
  6. Let sit before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!

Notes

Experiment with seasonings and adapt the recipe to your dietary needs. Leftovers can be stored up to three days or frozen for three months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: chicken tenders, easy dinner, comfort food, family meal