Crack Chicken Tenders
Irresistibly flavorful and easy-to-make chicken tenders coated in a creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy mixture. Perfect as a party appetizer, weeknight dinner, or game-day snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) chicken tenders
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.Add the chicken tenders to the mixture and toss until evenly coated.Arrange the coated chicken tenders in the prepared baking dish.Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden and bubbly.Garnish with additional green onions or bacon if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- Serve with ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or celery sticks on the side.