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24) Nacho-Style Chicken Tenders with Queso

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb frozen or homemade chicken tenders about 8 pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños chopped
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 8 –10 tortilla chips per person
  • Optional: chopped cilantro and sour cream 2 tbsp each

Method
 

  1. Roast tenders at 425°F for 12–15 minutes until golden and cooked through. Toss with oil and spices before baking.
  2. While they cook, make queso: warm milk over low heat, stir in cheddar until smooth. Add tomatoes and jalapeños.
  3. Arrange chips on a platter, top with cut tenders, pour queso over, and sprinkle cilantro if using.
  4. Tell the kids to share. Or don’t. I won’t judge.