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Buttery and crispy Ritz Chicken Tenders. This recipe is so simple to make with so much flavor, it’s one you will want to try. 

Ritz Chicken Tenders on a baking sheet

This recipe is one of my favorites and one my kids are obsessed with!

The idea for this recipe started with my Ritz Chicken Casserole. This recipe is a favorite with my kids and they are always asking me to make it.

After making these Ritz Chicken Tenders they quickly became a favorite as well. 

How to make Ritz Chicken Tenders:

Step one: Get started by preheating your oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or some oil and set aside.

Step two: Now prepare your breading. Add Ritz crackers with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a large shallow bowl. Mix to combine.

Step three: In a separate shallow bowl whisk eggs.

Step four: Then place chicken tenders in egg and allow excess to drip off.

uncooked and breaded chicken on a baking sheet

Step five: Once your chicken has been in the egg you can now bread them. Then add chicken tenders to your seasoned crackers. Once coated place in your prepared dish. Repeat with each chicken breast.

Step six: Brush each chicken with melted butter.

  • Tip: You can also use a small amount of oil in this step. You want to brush your chicken tenders to make sure everything is moist and your breading does not become dry. 

Baking Directions:

Step seven: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Other Cooking Directions:

Since this recipe became such a hit with our family we tried it in several different ways. You can also make it with chicken breast. To try that recipe check out my recipe for Ritz Cracker Chicken Breast. 

Ritz Chicken Tenders on a plate with salad

Chicken Tender Recipes:

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Ritz Chicken Tenders on a baking sheet
4.67 from 3 votes

Ritz Chicken Tenders

By: Jennie Duncan
Buttery and crispy Ritz Chicken Tenders. This recipe is so simple to make with so much flavor, it's one you will want to try. 
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
Total: 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 2 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
  • 1 cup Ritz crackers, (crushed)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a large shallow bowl mix ritz crackers with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • In a separate shallow bowl whisk eggs.
  • Place chicken tenders in egg and allow excess to drip off.
  • Then add chicken tenders to your seasoned crackers. Once coated place in your prepared dish. Repeat with each chicken breast.
  • Brush each chicken with melted butter.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Notes

Tip: You can also use a small amount of oil instead of butter. You want to brush your chicken tenders to make sure everything is moist and your breading does not become dry. 

Other Cooking Directions:

Since this recipe became such a hit with our family we tried it in several different ways. You can also make it with chicken breast. To try that recipe check out my recipe for Ritz Cracker Chicken Breast. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1strip | Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 369mg | Potassium: 549mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 277IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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17 Comments

  2. Great simple recipe. I had t use up some cheese-it crackers so I did half ritz and half cheek-it. Turned out delicious!
    Richard

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  3. I was looking online to find out what temp and for how long to bake chicken strips, since I have my own seasoning combo I’ve been using for years. But when I saw these I decided to give them a try, and well, I now have my go to chicken recipe! Picky hubby loves them too!

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  6. Can these tenders be coated, then frozen & then cooked later? I am looking for a recipe to help a friend with small children that she can take out of the freezer & pop in the oven without her having to do the prep work.

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  8. This is a great chicken tender recipe. I made it for the first time tonight. We love tenders but frying them is so messy. I loved that they were crispy and tender and the flavor was so good. Thank you for the wonderful recipe.

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