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Dorito Chicken Tender

Dorito Chicken Tenders with Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Recipe Details • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Cool Time: 5 minutes • Total Time: 40 minutes
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Ingredients
  

  • Dorito Chicken Tenders:
  • 1 lb chicken tenders 500 g or boneless chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1 ½ cups crushed Doritos 150 g, nacho cheese flavor or your favorite
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs 50 g (optional, for extra crispiness)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup milk 50 ml
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Cooking oil or spray
  • Chipotle Ranch Dressing:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise 120 ml
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt 120 ml
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 –2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce finely chopped (adjust for spice level)
  • 1 tsp adobo sauce from the chipotle can
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt or to taste
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • For the Chicken Tenders:
  • Prepare the coating: Crush the Doritos into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and crushing them with a rolling pin. Mix with breadcrumbs if using.
  • Prepare the egg wash: In a bowl, whisk the eggs with milk.
  • Season the chicken: In another bowl, mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this seasoning into the chicken strips.
  • Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken strip into the egg mixture, then coat it evenly with the crushed Doritos mixture.
  • Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Lightly grease it with cooking spray. Arrange the coated chicken strips on the tray and bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauce, like the Chipotle Ranch Dressing below!
  • For the Chipotle Ranch Dressing:
  • Blend the base: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and lemon juice until smooth.
  • Add flavor: Stir in chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  • Blend for smoothness (optional): For a smoother dressing, blend the mixture in a food processor or with an immersion blender.
  • Adjust consistency: If the dressing is too thick, add a little water until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Chill and serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.