These Cool Ranch Dorito Chicken Tenders are crunchy, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Made with simple ingredients and bold chips, they’re perfect for snacks, dinners, or parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless chicken tenders or sliced breasts
2 cups Cool Ranch Doritos, crushed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking spray or oil for frying
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F if baking.
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Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Set up breading stations: one with flour and optional spices, one with eggs, and one with crushed Doritos.
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Coat each chicken strip in flour, then egg, then press into Dorito crumbs.
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For oven: Place on a wire rack, spray lightly, and bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway.
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For frying: Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
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Let rest briefly before serving.