Description
These Crispy Parmesan Ranch Chicken Tenders are baked to perfection with a cheesy, crunchy coating. Perfect for game nights, family dinners, or meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Marinate chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dredge chicken tenders in the breadcrumb mixture and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through. Serve with ranch or marinara.
Equipment


Hybrid Nonstick Frying Pan, 12-Inch, Stay-Cool Handle
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Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls With Airtight Lids
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Notes
- Spritz tenders with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
- Add cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mix for a spicy kick.
- Let tenders marinate overnight for maximum tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (approx.)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: crispy chicken tenders, baked chicken tenders, Parmesan ranch chicken