Crack Chicken Tenders
Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these crack chicken tenders are the ultimate comfort food with ranch seasoning, bacon, and cheddar cheese.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Deep Fryer or Skillet
- Tongs
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken tenders trimmed and cleaned
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers or panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- as needed cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
- In a separate bowl, combine crushed Ritz crackers, cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
- Dredge each chicken tender in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with the cracker mixture, pressing firmly.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry tenders in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a wire rack.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Video
Notes
For extra crispiness, double dip the tenders in egg and cracker mixture. To make it healthier, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
