Description
These Crispy Parmesan Ranch Chicken Tenders are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love. Coated in a flavorful blend of Parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning, and panko breadcrumbs, these chicken tenders are baked to perfection for a crispy and golden finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Tenders:
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders or boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
Breadcrumb Coating:
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Nonstick cooking spray or oil for baking
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken tenders, buttermilk, and half the ranch seasoning mix in a bowl. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Prepare the Coating: Mix Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, remaining ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and coat each piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Bake: Place coated tenders on a lined baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Broil: For extra crispiness, broil the tenders for 1–2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve with ranch dressing, honey mustard, or buffalo sauce for dipping.
- Air fryer method: Cook at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- You can also use Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3–4 tenders
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
