Chicken Ranch Tenders: Fast & Delicious!
This is definitely one of the easiest and most delicious dinners we make on a regular basis at our home. It takes all of 10-15 minutes max to throw in the oven and it always turns out amazing, as long as you don’t overcook! :). Try it, you’ll be glad you did! I usually serve with a side veggie (roasted cabbage or sauteed green beans), and a fresh salad, and the kids are always begging for more. It also pairs well with a side of rice, if you want some more carbs in your meal. This recipe can also be made with chicken breasts cut into 1 inch strips, which will increase your preparation time. I prefer chicken tenderloins, as they remain more moist, tender, and are easily penetrated with flavor, as opposed to the density of chicken breasts.
Chicken Ranch Tenders
Serves: 6-8
Ingredients:
2-3 pounds boneless chicken tenderloins
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup rolled oats (ground to a powder in a blender is my preference, but you can also use any type of flour, THM Baking Blend, Almond flour, etc.)
3 Tablespoons Ranch Dressing Mix
1/2 cup melted butter
Instructions:
Turn oven on to 375 degrees. Cut up 1/2 cup butter into 2 or 3 chunks and put in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place in oven to melt as it heats up.
In a bowl, stir together parmesan cheese, ground rolled oats or flour, and ranch dressing mix.
Stir in the chicken tenderloins until they are coated.
Spread the prepared chicken pieces into the butter in the pan.
Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink (20 minutes usually is perfect!).
If desired, broil chicken for about 2 minutes to crisp it up before serving.
Enjoy!
Recipe adapted from Heavenly Homemakers.
