Description
A simple and delicious recipe for Crack Chicken Tenders that combines tender chicken with a creamy ranch sauce and melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders (Fresh or thawed if frozen)
- 1 cup cream cheese (Softened for easy mixing)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (For topping)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (For added flavor)
- 1 cup chicken broth (Used in sauce)
- 1/2 cup diced green onions (For garnish)
- Salt and pepper (To taste)
Instructions
- Season the chicken tenders with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, and chicken broth. Mix until well blended and creamy.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken tenders and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour the creamy sauce mixture over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir well to coat the tenders and let the sauce simmer for about 6-8 minutes.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover the skillet until the cheese has melted, about 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh green onions, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Serve with rice or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Crack Chicken Tenders, Chicken Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner