Description
Crispy Doritos chicken tenders bring bold Mexican-inspired flavors to classic comfort food. Crushed chip coating delivers maximum crunch and zesty seasoning that elevates your dinner experience with irresistible texture and bold taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 bag Doritos (any flavor, such as Nacho Cheese)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) milk
Instructions
- Crank the oven to a scorching 400F (200C) to create the perfect crispy environment for these zesty chicken tenders.
- Transform chicken breasts into slender strips, cutting them approximately 3/4-inch wide for optimal crunch and even cooking.
- Pulverize Doritos in a sealed plastic bag using a rolling pin or heavy glass, creating a textured, flavorful coating that will give these tenders their signature crunch.
- Whisk egg and milk together in a shallow bowl, creating a silky binding agent that will help the crunchy Doritos adhere perfectly to the chicken.
- Submerge each chicken strip into the egg mixture, ensuring a complete and even coating that will act as glue for the Doritos crumbs.
- Roll the egg-drenched chicken strips in the crushed Doritos, pressing firmly to guarantee maximum chip coverage and a crunchy exterior.
- Arrange the coated strips on a foil-lined baking sheet, creating space between each tender to promote even browning.
- Lightly mist the chicken strips with cooking spray to enhance their golden-brown potential and create an extra crispy finish.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 15-17 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and ensuring the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature.
- Remove the tenders from the oven and let them rest for a moment to seal in their juicy interior.
- Serve immediately alongside ranch dressing or sour cream for dipping, transforming this dish into an irresistible crowd-pleaser.
Notes
- Choose low-sodium Doritos to reduce overall salt content and make the dish healthier.
- Experiment with different Doritos flavors like Nacho Cheese or Cool Ranch for unique taste variations.
- Use gluten-free Doritos and cornstarch instead of flour for a celiac-friendly alternative.
- Pat chicken strips completely dry before coating to ensure maximum crispiness and better chip adherence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg