Cheese It Chicken Fingers

Transform your snack cravings into a game-day favorite with these irresistible Cheese It Chicken Fingers! Featuring crispy, golden breading made from crushed cheese crackers, these tenders deliver a bold, cheesy crunch that’s hard to resist. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, each bite packs a punch of flavor. Whether baked to perfection in the oven or air-fried for an extra-crispy finish, this quick and easy recipe is ready in under 35 minutes, making it perfect for family dinners, parties, or a fun twist on weeknight meals. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or barbecue for the ultimate comfort-food experience. These cheesy chicken tenders are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken tenders
• 2 cups Cheese crackers (e.g., Cheez-Its)
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cooking spray or oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C), or set up an air fryer to 375°F (190°C) if you prefer using one.

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it lightly with cooking spray. If using an air fryer, ensure the basket is ready and lightly greased.

Step 3

Place cheese crackers into a food processor or a zip-top bag. Crush them into fine crumbs until the texture resembles breadcrumbs. Transfer to a shallow bowl.

Step 4

In another shallow bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

In a third shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

Step 6

Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Coat each tender first in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 7

Dip the floured chicken into the egg and milk mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 8

Press the chicken into the crushed cheese crackers, turning to coat thoroughly. Gently press the crumbs onto the chicken to ensure they stick.

Step 9

Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet or directly into an air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.

Step 10

Bake in the oven for 15-18 minutes, turning halfway through, or air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is golden, crispy, and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 11

Remove from the oven or air fryer. Let the chicken tenders rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(900.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3006.7

Total Fat 161.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 601.5mg	0%
Sodium 6059.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.5g
Protein 135.8g	0%

Vitamin D 95.0IU	0%
Calcium 342.1mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1787.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 33.7%