Cheez It Chicken Tenders

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Add a crunchy, flavor-packed twist to your dinner routine with these irresistible Cheez-It Chicken Tenders! This simple yet creative recipe transforms classic chicken tenders into a golden, cheesy sensation by coating them in crushed Cheez-It crackers for the ultimate crispy texture. Seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, each bite offers a bold, savory taste that pairs perfectly with your favorite dipping sauces. Perfect for weeknight meals or game-day snacking, these oven-baked tenders are easy to prepare and cooked to juicy perfection in under 30 minutes. Serve them hot, straight from the oven, for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! Keywords: Cheez-It Chicken Tenders, crispy chicken tenders, easy chicken recipe, baked chicken tenders, Cheez-It crust.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 1 pound chicken tenders
• 2 cups Cheez-It crackers
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• as needed cooking spray or oil

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment paper with cooking spray.

2. Place the Cheez-It crackers in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. If you don't have a food processor, put the crackers in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin. Transfer the crushed crackers to a shallow dish.

3. In a separate shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

4. In a third shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth.

5. Pat the chicken tenders dry with a paper towel. One at a time, dredge each chicken tender in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.

6. Dip the floured chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.

7. Press the chicken tender into the crushed Cheez-It crackers, making sure it is evenly coated on all sides. Place the coated chicken tender onto the prepared baking sheet.

8. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken tenders.

9. Lightly spray the tops of the chicken tenders with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.

10. Bake the chicken tenders in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).

11. Serve the Cheez-It chicken tenders hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (223.2g)

Calories		623
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		27.9 g	36%
	Saturated Fat	6.5 g	32%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	6.0 g
Cholesterol		141 mg	47%
Sodium		1320 mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate		64.9 g	24%
	Dietary Fiber	2.2 g	8%
	Total Sugars	3.3 g
Protein		28.8 g	58%
Vitamin D		0.6 mcg	3%
Calcium		124 mg	10%
Iron		4.7 mg	26%
Potassium		403 mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1004 cal (40.1%%)

Protein: 460 cal (18.4%%)

Carbs: 1040 cal (41.5%%)