Cool Ranch Chicken Tenders Recipe

Cool Ranch Chicken Tenders Recipe

These Cool Ranch Chicken Tenders offer a fun twist on classic chicken tenders by incorporating the zesty flavor of Cool Ranch Doritos. The crispy, flavorful coating pairs perfectly with tender, juicy chicken for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for game day, dinner, or a snack.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken tenders (or chicken breast, cut into strips)
• 2 cups Cool Ranch Doritos (crushed)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs (beaten)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray or olive oil (for baking)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare the Doritos coating:

• Place the Cool Ranch Doritos in a resealable plastic bag and crush them using a rolling pin or a food processor until they become fine crumbs. Pour the crumbs into a shallow dish.
• In a separate shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper.
• In a third shallow dish, beat the eggs.

3. Coat the chicken tenders:

• First, dredge each chicken tender in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
• Then, dip the floured chicken tenders into the beaten eggs, coating them evenly.
• Finally, press each chicken tender into the crushed Cool Ranch Doritos, making sure they are fully coated with the chips.

4. Bake the chicken tenders:

• Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
• Lightly spray the chicken tenders with cooking spray or drizzle a little olive oil over the top to help them crisp up.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden.

5. Serve:

• Serve the Cool Ranch Chicken Tenders hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch, BBQ, or honey mustard.

Tips:

• Crush the Doritos finely for a smoother coating, or leave them slightly chunky for extra crunch.
• Air Fryer Option: You can cook these in an air fryer at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• Spice it up: Add a bit of cayenne or hot sauce to the egg mixture if you like your chicken tenders spicy!

These Cool Ranch Chicken Tenders are a crispy, flavorful snack or meal with a fun Doritos twist that both kids and adults will love!