These addictive Crack Chicken Tenders feature juicy chicken coated in a tangy Greek yogurt ranch mixture, then rolled in a crispy cheese and Ritz cracker crust. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re the ultimate family-friendly dinner that’s better than any restaurant version.
Ingredients
Scale
1½ pounds chicken tenders
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup crushed Ritz crackers (or panko breadcrumbs)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with cooking oil.
In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt and ranch seasoning until smooth.
In a separate shallow dish, combine cheddar cheese, Parmesan, crushed Ritz crackers, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
Dip each chicken tender in yogurt mixture, coating completely. Let excess drip off.
Press coated tender firmly into cheese-cracker mixture, turning to coat all sides.
Place on prepared baking sheet with space between pieces. Spray tops with cooking spray.
Bake 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Let rest 2-3 minutes before serving with favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
Use room temperature chicken for even cooking
Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-packaged
Don’t skip the cooking spray for optimal crispiness
For extra crispy tenders, bake on a wire rack
Can be coated 4 hours in advance and refrigerated
For keto version, replace crackers with crushed pork rinds
