Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.75 cup

Ranch Dressing

0.25 cup

Frank's Red Hot Sauce

2 unit

Eggs

1 cup

Buttermilk

3 pound

Chicken Tenders

6 ounce

Original Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips

crushed

0.25 tsp

Paprika

0.25 tsp

Garlic Powder

0.25 tsp

Onion Powder

6 ounce

Jalapeno Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips

crushed

0.25 tsp

Fresh Cracked Black Pepper

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare the spicy ranch dip by combining ranch dressing and Frank's Red Hot sauce in a small bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Stir the dip well, cover it, and refrigerate until the chicken tenders are ready.

Step 3
~2 min

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4
~2 min

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the chicken tenders to the egg mixture, toss to coat, and set aside.

Step 6
~2 min

In a food processor, add the original kettle-cooked potato chips.

Step 7
~2 min

Blend the chips until they form fine crumbs.

Step 8
~2 min

Pour the chip crumbs into a shallow bowl and season with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 9
~2 min

Process the jalapeno kettle chips in the food processor until fine crumbs form.

Step 10
~2 min

Pour the jalapeno chip crumbs into another shallow bowl and season with fresh cracked black pepper.

Step 11
~2 min

Set up a breading station: chicken tenders, original chip crumbs, jalapeno chip crumbs, and a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a baking rack.

Key Technique: Breading
Step 12
~2 min

Remove a chicken tender from the egg mixture, allowing excess liquid to drip back into the bowl.

Step 13
~2 min

Dredge the tender in the original chip crumbs and place it on the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~2 min

Repeat with half of the chicken tenders.

Step 15
~2 min

Dip the remaining chicken tenders into the jalapeno chip crumbs and place them on the baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 16
~2 min

Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.

Step 17
~2 min

Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a rack to cool slightly.

Step 18
~2 min

Let the chicken cool before serving with the spicy ranch dipping sauce.

Step 19
~2 min

Optional: Slice the tenders into strips and place them in a tortilla with lettuce, cheddar cheese, and spicy ranch sauce for a wrap.

Step 20
~2 min

To freeze leftover cooked chicken tenders, place them in an even layer on a sheet pan and freeze for 30 minutes.

Step 21
~2 min

Transfer the frozen chicken to a freezer-safe bag or container, seal, and freeze.

Step 22
~2 min

To reheat frozen chicken tenders, bake on a rimmed sheet pan at 400°F for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispiness, lightly spray the chicken tenders with cooking oil before baking.

Adjust the amount of hot sauce in the ranch dip to your preferred spice level.

Use different flavors of potato chips for a unique twist.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The spicy ranch dip can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with french fries or sweet potato fries.

Serve with a side salad.

Serve as an appetizer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Corn on the cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, popular at parties and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Birthday parties
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Party
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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