Description
These Crispy Parmesan Ranch Chicken Tenders are a delicious and kid-friendly dinner option that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Coated in a flavorful blend of ranch seasoning, panko breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese, these baked chicken tenders are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Tenders:
- 1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
Marinade:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
Breadcrumb Coating:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Batter:
- 2 eggs, beaten
Others:
- Cooking spray or oil for baking
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine buttermilk and half of the ranch seasoning mix in a large bowl. Add the chicken tenders, toss to coat, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack. Prepare three shallow bowls for the flour mixture, beaten eggs, and breadcrumb coating.
- Coat the Tenders: Dredge each marinated tender in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coating.
- Bake: Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet, lightly spray with cooking spray or drizzle with oil, and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden, crispy, and cooked through.
- Optional Finish: For extra crispiness, broil the tenders for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking. Alternatively, air-fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy these crispy chicken tenders with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the tenders for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking.
- These can also be air-fried at 400°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Serve with ranch dressing or preferred dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3–4 tenders
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
