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Crispy Crack Chicken Tenders

Crunchy baked chicken tenders coated in cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch seasoning, and buttery crackers for the ultimate quick comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs chicken tenders
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs large
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1.5 cups buttery crackers crushed
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup bacon crumbles cooked crispy
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or place a wire rack over the tray.
  2. Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels.
  3. Place flour in one bowl. Whisk eggs and milk in another bowl.
  4. Combine crushed crackers, cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, pepper, and parsley in a third bowl.
  5. Coat each chicken tender in flour, then egg mixture, then cracker mixture.
  6. Arrange coated tenders on prepared baking sheet and lightly spray with cooking oil.
  7. Bake for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.
  8. Serve hot with ranch or favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack and avoid overcrowding the pan. Air fryer instructions: cook at 400°F for 10–12 minutes.