Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 4 ounces Cool Ranch Doritos (crushed into fine crumbs)
- ⅔ cup fine breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs (whisked)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for baking or air frying)
Optional:
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (for a spicy kick)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (adds smokiness)
- Shredded cheddar cheese (for extra cheesiness)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) (if baking).
- Prepare the breading:
- Crush Cool Ranch Doritos using a food processor or a ziplock bag and rolling pin.
- Mix crushed chips with breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a bowl.
- Set up a breading station:
- Bowl 1: Flour
- Bowl 2: Whisked eggs
- Bowl 3: Dorito-breadcrumb mixture
- Bread the chicken strips:
- Dredge in flour, then dip in egg, then coat in the Dorito mixture.
- Cooking Options:
- Baking: Place on a lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Air Frying: Cook at 400°F (204°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway.
- Deep Frying: Heat oil to 350°F (177°C) and fry tenders for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dip like ranch, spicy mayo, or cheese sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use a wire rack when baking.
- Can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
- Best when served fresh, but leftovers can be stored and reheated in an air fryer or oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Air Frying, Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g