Cheesy Ranch Chicken Tenders (Print-Friendly Version)

Tender chicken coated in creamy ranch cheese and cheddar, baked until golden and finished with fresh green onions.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1½ lbs chicken tenders
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
04 - 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

# Steps:

01 - Coat chicken tenders in olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
02 - Place the seasoned chicken tenders on a baking sheet and bake until golden and cooked through.
03 - Mix softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese until combined.
04 - Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the baked chicken tenders.
05 - Return the topped chicken tenders to the oven and bake until the cheese mixture is bubbly and heated through.
06 - Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - Use room-temperature cream cheese for easier mixing.
02 - Add cooked bacon bits or chopped jalapeños for extra flavor.
03 - Garnish with green onions for a fresh touch.

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