Description
These Doritos Chicken Tenders are a mouthwatering treat that will elevate any meal. Coated in crispy crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos, each tender is bursting with flavor and delivers an irresistible crunch. Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or cozy nights in, these tenders promise to impress both kids and adults alike. With minimal prep time and maximum impact, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed)
- 1 cup flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- Cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.
- Crush the Nacho Cheese Doritos into fine crumbs using a ziplock bag and rolling pin.
- Set up a dipping station: one bowl with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Doritos.
- Dredge each chicken tender first in flour, then dip in egg wash, and finally coat with the crushed Doritos.
- For frying: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry tenders until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side). For baking: Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until crisp.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 85mg