Oven Baked Cheez It Chicken Tenders
Craving a fun and flavorful twist on classic chicken tenders? These Oven Baked Cheez-It Chicken Tenders bring all the crunch and cheesy goodness you love in a healthier, oven-baked version. Coated in a tantalizing blend of crushed Cheez-It crackers, garlic powder, and paprika, these juicy chicken tenders offer the perfect balance of crispy texture and bold, savory flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a kid-approved dinner. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s guaranteed to disappear fast. Perfect for satisfying snack cravings or upgrading your appetizer game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 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
- 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
Place the Cheez-It crackers in a resealable plastic bag or food processor and crush them into fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a shallow dish or bowl.
In another shallow dish, mix the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a third shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with a paper towel. Dip each tender first into the flour mixture, coating it evenly. Shake off any excess.
Dip the floured chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered, and allow any excess to drip off.
Finally, press the chicken tender into the crushed Cheez-It crumbs, coating it thoroughly on all sides. Repeat with the remaining tenders.
Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced out and not touching.
Lightly spray the tops of the tenders with nonstick cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake the chicken tenders in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the tenders from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
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.
