Ingredients:
\n1 \u00bd lbs chicken tenders
\n1 cup ranch dressing
\n1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
\n8 oz cream cheese, softened
\n1 cup panko breadcrumbs
\n\u00bd cup cooked and crumbled bacon
\n\u00bd tsp garlic powder
\n\u00bd tsp onion powder
\n\u00bc tsp paprika
\n\u00bc tsp black pepper
\nCooking spray
\nDirections:
\nPreheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly coat with cooking spray.
\nPrepare Coating Mixture: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
\nAssemble Coating Station: Spread the panko breadcrumbs on a plate.
\nCoat the Chicken: Take each chicken tender, coat it generously with the cream cheese mixture, then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
\nArrange and Top: Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top of each tender.
\nBake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken tenders are golden and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165\u00b0F).
\nServe: Serve warm with additional ranch dressing for dipping if desired.
\nPrep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
\nKcal: 350 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 4 servings<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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