Cheez-It Chicken Tenders is a chicken dish that everyone always loves as it combines chicken tenders, Cheez-its, and eggs to create a moist, juicy piece of chicken with a crispy coating that everyone loves! The best part is they are ready in just 20 minutes.

Cheez-It Chicken Tenders

There is nothing better than chicken that is coated with a bold flavor to create a crispy coating to really lock in the juiciness of the chicken. When I shared with you my Air Fryer Dorito Chicken y’all went crazy, so I am super excited to share with you another fun option that is full of delicious crispy flavor, meet one of our new favorites, Cheez-it Chicken Tenders.

You will love how easy this recipe is to make and how all the kids you make it for will go crazy when you say you are having it for dinner tonight!

How to make Cheez-it Chicken Tenders

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
Crush the crackers by either placing in a food processor and pulsing until fine or placing in a zip top bag and crushing with a rolling pin.

Beat egg together with water until completely blended.
Create a dipping station with the crackers in one shallow container and the egg in another shallow container.

Dip the chicken tenders in the egg and then roll in the crushed crackers. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken tenders are cooked through

Tips Tricks and FAQs

You can create this same recipe with chicken breasts. You will want to double the Cheez-its and the eggs to make sure you have enough coating. Bake it at 375 degrees for about 40 minutes.
This dish is loaded with flavor, but some prefer to season their chicken a little bit more. To do so, add a little bit (1/2 tsp each) of salt, pepper, and garlic powder to your Cheez-it mix and stir together before dipping your chicken.
After the chicken is done cooking, let it rest for about 5 minutes. This will help lock in some of the juiciness of the chicken.
You want to make sure you crush your Cheez-its enough. You want to make them look like bread crumbs.

Storage

Store these in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

You can also freeze your leftover chicken. Let them cool completely and then flash freeze them. Once frozen, add them to a freezer safe bag. When you are ready to enjoy, pull out the desired amount and thaw /reheat. These will last about 2-3 months in the freezer.

Can I make these in the Air Fryer?

Yes, you can absolutely make Air Fryer Cheez-it Chicken tenders. Preheat your Air Fryer to 375 degrees, spray the basket and cook them for about 15 minutes. Don’t forget to flip them once when they are halfway through cooking.

Cheez-It Chicken Tenders

Ingredients

2 pounds chicken tenders
3 cups Cheez-It crackers
2 eggs
2 tablespoons water

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
Crush the crackers by either placing them in a food processor and pulsing until fine or placing them in a zip top bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
Beat the egg together with water until completely blended.
Create a dipping station with the crackers in one shallow container and the egg in another shallow container.
Dip the chicken tenders in the egg and then roll in the crushed crackers. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken tenders are cooked through

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 792Total Fat: 42gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 31gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1566mgCarbohydrates: 71gFiber: 3gSugar: 1gProtein: 33g

Melissa

I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!

Cheez-It Chicken Tenders