Cheesy Baked Potato Chip Chicken Tenders

Baked potato chip chicken tenders with a golden crushed chip crust arranged on a white platter.

This potato chip chicken smears chicken tenders with a seasoned mayonnaise and colby jack mixture, tops them with crushed ridged potato chips and parsley, and bakes them crispy in 15 minutes.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Potato Chip Chicken

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 826kcal

Author Jason Decker

Ingredients

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup shredded colby jack cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup crushed potato chips
1 teaspoon freshly chopped parsley

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F.
Cut chicken breasts into large tenders, about three pieces per breast. Lay on a sheet tray (I lined mine with a silicone baking mat for easier cleanup).
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
In a small bowl, combine mayo, cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/3 cup shredded colby jack cheese, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Mix to combine and smear evenly on the chicken tenders.
Add the potato chips to a plastic bag and, using a rolling pin or other device, turn them into crumbs.
1 cup crushed potato chips
Mix with the parsley and evenly top the chicken with the mixture.
1 teaspoon freshly chopped parsley
Bake for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reads at least 165 degrees. Serve with desired sides, and enjoy!

Notes

Crush Chips Evenly: Use a rolling pin or food processor to get fine, even potato chip crumbs.
Double-Coat for Extra Crunch: Dip chicken in beaten eggs before adding the mayo mixture for a thicker coating.
Line Your Baking Sheet: Use parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
Don’t Overcook: Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165°F to keep the chicken juicy.
Customize Flavors: Experiment with different potato chip flavors for a new recipe every time.
Air Fryer Option: You can cook these in an air fryer at 400°F for 12-15 minutes for a crispy result without oil.

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