Description
Juicy chicken tenders coated in a crunchy, flavorful crust made from crushed Doritos chips – a fun twist on classic chicken tenders that’s perfect for game day or kids’ meals!
Ingredients
1.5 pounds chicken tenders
2 cups crushed Doritos (Nacho Cheese flavor)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
0.5 cup milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper and place wire rack on top.
- Set up breading station: flour mixed with spices in first bowl; beaten eggs with milk in second; crushed Doritos in third.
- Pat chicken dry. Dredge in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into Doritos to coat completely.
- Place on wire rack. Lightly spray with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
- Bake 18-22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), flipping halfway.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For spicier version, use Spicy Nacho Doritos
- Crush chips in bag using rolling pin for even texture
- Can air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes
- Leftovers reheat well in air fryer or toaster oven
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 145mg