Tortilla Chip Crusted Chicken
- SERVES
- 4
- PREP
- 15 Min
- COOK TIME
- 20 Min
Get the crispiness of oven-fried chicken without hand-breading! This quick and easy recipe is flavor-packed and baked to perfection for a crispy, crunchy, juicy finish that only Tortilla Chip Crusted Chicken can deliver.
What You'll Need
- 1 pound chicken breast tenders
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- Cooking spray
What to Do
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
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Stir together 1/3 cup flour and next 3 ingredients in a small bowl.
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Whisk eggs just until foamy in another small bowl, and stir in pressed garlic.
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Place a lightly greased wire rack in a 10- x 15-inch rimmed baking sheet. Dredge chicken tenders in flour mixture, shaking off excess; dip in egg mixture, and dredge in crushed tortilla chips. Lightly coat chicken on each side with cooking spray; arrange chicken on wire rack. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until golden and done, turning once after 12 minutes.
Notes
Tortilla chips add to the crispiness of this oven-fried chicken - feel free to use your favorite brand.
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