Description
Crispy parmesan ranch chicken tenders deliver a mouthwatering blend of zesty ranch seasoning and golden parmesan coating. Juicy chicken emerges perfectly seasoned, promising a delightful meal that satisfies cravings with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) chicken tenders
Coating and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) buttermilk
- 1 cup (120 grams) panko breadcrumbs
Seasonings:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for even cooking and easy cleanup.
- Submerge chicken tenders in buttermilk, allowing them to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes to enhance tenderness and flavor absorption.
- Create a crispy coating by combining breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and paprika in a shallow dish.
- Remove chicken tenders from buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then thoroughly coat each piece in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Arrange the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining space between each piece to promote even browning and crispiness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, rotating the tenders halfway through cooking time to ensure uniform golden-brown coloration and complete internal cooking.
- Verify doneness by checking that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and exhibits a crisp, golden exterior with a juicy interior.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer for extra tenderness and deeper flavor absorption.
- Swap buttermilk with Greek yogurt for a protein-packed alternative that keeps chicken moist.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the recipe celiac-friendly without compromising crunch.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the coating for those who enjoy a subtle spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg