Easy Crack Chicken Tenders
Easy Crack Chicken Tenders are a family favorite that combines crispy, juicy chicken with a deliciously creamy ranch sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or game day gatherings, these tenders are easy to make and sure to impress everyone at the table. With a golden-brown panko crust and a flavor-packed bite, they’re a must-try dish that will leave your guests clamoring for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- hot sauce to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch strips.
- In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken strip in the breadcrumb mixture and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While baking, mix ranch dressing with hot sauce if desired.
- Drizzle sauce over cooked tenders before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 chicken tenders (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate chicken strips in ranch dressing for a few hours before coating. - Substitute crushed cornflakes for panko for an extra crunch. - Serve with fresh salad or crispy fries for a complete meal.