Description
A delightful dish that combines juicy chicken with a creamy, flavorful sauce, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth.
- Coat each chicken tender generously with the cream cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and remaining cheddar cheese over the top of each tender.
- Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and golden.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm in the microwave or stovetop until heated through.
- For freezing, place in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Crack Chicken Tenders, Chicken Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner