Crack Chicken Tenders – Easy Recipes for Dinner Everyone Loves
Crispy baked chicken tenders loaded with creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch flavor – an easy weeknight winner!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken tenders
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and cooked bacon until well mixed.
- Spread a spoonful of the mixture on each chicken tender, covering the top.
- In a shallow dish, mix crushed Ritz crackers with Parmesan cheese.
- Press each tender (cheese-side down) into the cracker mixture to coat.
- Place the tenders, coated side up, on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and topping is golden.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.