🍗 Crack Chicken Tenders - you won't believe how good these are! 🍗

Ingredients:
1 lb chicken tenders (about 8-10 pieces)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chives, chopped (optional)
Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray or oil.

Prepare the Crack Chicken Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Prepare the Bacon:
Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces. Add the crumbled bacon into the cream cheese mixture and mix well.

Coat the Chicken Tenders:
Dip each chicken tender into the cream cheese mixture, coating it evenly on both sides. Place the coated chicken tenders onto the prepared baking sheet.

Bake:
Bake the chicken tenders in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown on top. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Garnish and Serve:
Once the chicken tenders are baked, garnish with chopped chives (optional) and serve immediately. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness of Crack Chicken Tenders!

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings