- Make Ahead: Coat chicken tenders in advance and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before baking.
- Customizing the Flavor: Add a dash of hot sauce or smoked paprika for extra heat.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with ranch dressing, honey mustard, or a side of veggies for a complete meal.
CRACK CHICKEN TENDERS
These Crack Chicken Tenders are crispy, cheesy, and packed with savory flavor. With a crunchy coating and a tender, juicy inside, they’re perfect for game days, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for an irresistible chicken snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup crushed crackers or panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Coating: In a bowl, mix crushed crackers/panko with melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Chicken: Spread cream cheese on each chicken tender, then roll in the cracker mixture to coat evenly.
- Bake: Place coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.