Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Yield: 4 people
These crack chicken tenders are another amazing chicken dish made with just four simple ingredients; chicken tenders, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, and bacon. This is perfect if you are looking for an easy and quick lunch or dinner option served with extra ranch dressing for dipping. You can also serve these crack chicken tenders for tailgating. Make sure to make a bunch because these delicious crack chicken tenders are gone fast!
These crack chicken tenders are a must for your menu. The chicken tenders are topped with cheese and wrapped in bacon. Sprinkle each with ranch, bake, and then broil to golden perfection. These crisp crack chicken tenders are super irresistible, you’ll devour these tasty chicken right away! No one wants a strip of soggy bacon. So broiling is a must to crisp up that bacon!
Make sure to give this chicken a try. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. You can assemble them in advance and keep them in the fridge until ready to bake. And do not forget the extra ranch for dipping!
Ingredients
10 slices bacon
10 fresh chicken tenders, about 1-½ lbs.
5 (1-ounce) slices cheddar cheese, cut in half
1 (1-ounce) package of Ranch dressing mix
HOW TO MAKE CRACK CHICKEN TENDERS
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and cover it with a cooking rack.
Step 2: Season both sides of the chicken with 1 tablespoon of Original Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mixture.
Step 3: Top each chicken tender with half slice of cheese, then wrap them in bacon. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, then lightly sprinkle them with the Ranch dressing mix.
Step 4: Place in the preheated oven and bake the chicken tenders for about 20 to 25 minutes. Set the oven to broil and cook the chicken tenders for another minute until crispy.