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Doritos Chicken Tenders

Indulge in the ultimate crunchy delight with Doritos Chicken Tenders! These golden, cheesy strips of chicken are coated in crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos, delivering an irresistible flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for game days or casual family dinners, these tenders are simple to prepare and will surely impress your guests. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces for a mouthwatering experience everyone will love!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 2 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup vegetable or canola oil (for frying)
  • Your favorite dipping sauce (e.g., ranch or honey mustard)

Instructions

  1. Set up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Doritos.
  2. Preheat about 1 inch of oil in a deep skillet over medium heat (5-7 minutes).
  3. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, dip in the egg wash, then press into the crushed Doritos until well-coated.
  4. Fry each tender for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, making sure to avoid splattering oil.
  5. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your preferred dipping sauce.
  • Author: Ashley Adams
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tenders (150g)
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate chicken in buttermilk for an hour before coating. Feel free to customize by adding spices like cayenne pepper or using different chip flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat at 375°F for about 10 minutes.