Crack Chicken Tenders
These Crack Chicken Tenders are a deliciously creamy and flavorful dish that's easy to make. The tenders are coated in a zesty ranch mixture and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a family dinner or a game day snack.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper optional
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or spoon
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the pan
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- as needed cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, or spray it lightly with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the mixture, ensuring they're all well covered.
- Place the coated chicken tenders onto the prepared baking sheet, making sure they're spaced apart for even cooking.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken tenders.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
- Pair with fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- For extra crunch, consider broiling for a couple of minutes at the end, but watch carefully to prevent burning.
Notes
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor. Pair with fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. For extra crunch, consider broiling for a couple of minutes at the end, but watch carefully to prevent burning.