Juicy chicken tenders coated in a creamy Ranch-Parmesan mixture and crusted with buttery Ritz crackers—baked to golden perfection. These are addictive in the best way!
🧾 Ingredients
1 lb (450g) chicken tenders
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 packet Ranch seasoning mix
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 20–25 crackers)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat the Oven 🔥
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. - Make the Coating Mix 🥣
In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. - Coat the Chicken 🍗
Dip each chicken tender into the mayo mixture, coating thoroughly. Then dredge in crushed Ritz crackers, pressing gently so they stick well. - Bake to Crispy Goodness ✨
Place coated tenders on the baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F / 74°C).
🌟 Tips & Serving Ideas
Serve with: Ranch dressing, honey mustard, or BBQ sauce.
Make it spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mayo mix.
For extra crispiness: Broil for the last 1–2 minutes of baking.
📋 Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
