Crispy Ranch Parmesan Tenders
Crispy Ranch Parmesan Tenders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, turning any meal into a celebration. These tender chicken strips are coated in a crunchy, cheesy crust infused with zesty ranch seasoning. Perfect for game nights or casual dinners, they pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. With just the right balance of flavors and textures, these tenders will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice chicken breasts into even strips.
- Set up a breading station: In one bowl, combine flour with salt and pepper; in another bowl, beat eggs; in a third bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with ranch seasoning and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken strip in flour, then egg, and finally coat with the panko mixture.
- Arrange coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between each piece.
- Lightly spray each tender with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate chicken strips in ranch dressing before breading. Swap ranch seasoning for buffalo sauce or add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for a twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat at 350°F for about 10 minutes to restore crispiness.