Ritzy Baked Chicken Tenders
Super crispy and juicy baked chicken tenders. An easy recipe with tips for getting a crispy coating without frying!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 343kcal
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup butter melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup Ritz cracker crumbs about 20 crackers crushed
- ¼ cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast tenders
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425F (220C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place a wire cooling rack on top, and spray wire rack with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a shallow bowl whisk together melted butter, garlic powder, and salt.
- In a separate shallow bowl, combine cracker crumbs and cheeses.
- Dip chicken in butter mixture, then coat with crumbs.
- Place chicken on the prepared rack on the baking sheet. Lightly spray chicken with cooking spray or oil (this will help the crust brown).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink inside and the coating is golden and crispy.
Nutrition
Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 560mg | Potassium: 437mg | Vitamin A: 600IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 0.8mg