Dorito Chicken Tenders
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4.9
Dorito Chicken Tenders
Description
This recipe transforms boneless skinless chicken breasts into crispy baked tenders by coating them in finely crushed Doritos after an egg and milk dip. Baking at 400°F crisps the chip coating while cooking the chicken through. The crushed Doritos add distinctive seasoning and color to the exterior, making these tenders flavorful and crunchy without frying.
The method involves cutting the chicken into uniform strips for even cooking, followed by dipping each strip in the egg mixture to help the Dorito coating adhere. The tenders are arranged on a foil-lined pan and lightly sprayed with cooking spray to aid browning during baking. Cooking times ensure the chicken stays juicy inside while the coating crisps evenly.
These tenders highlight the Dorito flavor and texture, making them a snack or meal item that pairs well with dips such as ranch dressing or sour cream. This approach offers an easy way to bring a familiar chip flavor into a protein dish with straightforward ingredients and preparation steps.
Ingredients
- 9.25 ounces Doritos 1 bag, any flavor
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 chicken breast boneless skinless
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cut chicken into strips (about ¾″)
- Place crush Doritos until you have 1 ½ cups of crushed Doritos.
- Whisk together egg & milk in a separate bowl.
- Dip each strip in the egg mixture and then into the Doritos mixture. Press the chips into the chicken making sure the whole strip is coated.
- Place on a foil lined pan and lightly spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray.
- Bake 15-17 minutes or until cooked through.
- Serve with ranch or sour cream.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298 | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 51g | 102% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 227mg | 76% |
| Sodium | 303mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 890mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 216IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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