Description
Crispy, cheesy chicken tenders coated in a tangy ranch flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers or panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayo) and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- In a second bowl, combine crushed Ritz (or panko), shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
- Coat each chicken tender in the ranch-yogurt mixture, then press into the cheese-cracker mixture.
- Place tenders on the wire rack or baking sheet, spray with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through if not using a rack, until golden and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
- Let tenders rest for 3–4 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option. For lower sodium, use reduced-sodium ranch mix.