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A plate of golden-brown crack chicken tenders arranged neatly on a rustic wooden table, garnished with fresh herbs. The tenders have a crispy, textured coating, served alongside a small bowl of dipping sauce. Soft natural lighting highlights the tender’s crunch, with vibrant green herbs adding a splash of color and freshness to the presentation.

Easy Crack Chicken Tenders for Quick Weeknight Dinner

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Easy, crispy chicken tenders coated in a flavorful seasoning mix, baked to perfection, ideal for quick dinners or snacks.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk together.
  3. In another bowl, combine crushed crackers, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dip chicken tenders into the egg mixture, then coat evenly with the cracker mixture.
  5. Arrange tenders on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cracker mixture.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or honey mustard.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if gluten-free crackers used)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg