Crack Chicken Tenders 🐔🧀🥓
These Crack Chicken Tenders are a savory, cheesy, and bacon-filled treat that’s perfect for a satisfying meal or snack. Easy to make and full of flavor!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken tenders (or chicken breasts cut into strips)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning)
- 6-8 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Cook Bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the pan and crumble it. Set aside.
- Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Make Filling: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, and crumbled bacon. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Coat Chicken: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the top of each chicken tender, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Bake: Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Tips:
- For extra crunch, you can coat the chicken tenders in breadcrumbs before baking.
- You can also cook these in a slow cooker on low for 4-6 hours for an even more tender result.
These Crack Chicken Tenders are the perfect blend of cheesy, bacon goodness, making them a favorite for all ages! Enjoy! 🧀🥓