Cheddar Bacon Chicken Tenders – the ultimate comfort food

Ingredients:

– 1 lb chicken tenders (about 8-10 pieces)
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
– 1/2 cup flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil.

Prepare the Coating:
In a shallow dish, place the flour. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Coat the Chicken Tenders:
Dip each chicken tender first into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down to ensure it sticks.

Add Cheese and Bacon:
Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Top each tender with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.

Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.

Serve:
Serve the Cheddar Bacon Chicken Tenders hot with your favorite dipping sauces. Enjoy this cheesy, savory delight!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings