Don't have time for breading, dredging and frying? Then start dinner with a handful of oh-so-humble frozen chicken tenders.
13 Things to Make With Frozen Chicken Tenders
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Chicken Parmesan Slider Bake
Sliders are the perfect finger food for any get-together, and this flavorful chicken Parmesan version won’t disappoint. —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
2/13
Crispy Asian Chicken Salad
From the Recipe Creator:
Asian flavor, crunchy almonds and crispy breaded chicken make this hearty salad something special. —Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 386 calories, 17g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 620mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 6g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 2 fat, 1 starch.
3/13
Fried Chicken and Waffles
From the Recipe Creator:
Chicken and waffles as a culinary tradition has origins in both Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine and soul food, with some variations. This version features fried chicken in a flavorful coating that is crispy outside, tender inside, and a spongy, chewy waffle with some crisp ridges. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked chicken with 1 waffle: 668 calories, 40g fat (7g saturated fat), 162mg cholesterol, 691mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein.
4/13
Asian Chicken Crunch Wraps
From the Recipe Creator:
My kids love all kinds of wraps and Asian foods. This is an easy go-to in our house that works for everyone. —Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 519 calories, 21g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 1250mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 7g fiber), 19g protein.
5/13
Chicken Parmesan Pizza
From the Recipe Creator:
This tasty pizza is the perfect combo—quick and easy to make, and a winner with even picky eaters. It's a handy option for a family dinner on a busy night or for the center of the table at a kids party. —Karen Wittmeier, Parkland, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 440 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 807mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein.
6/13
Crunchy Asian Chicken Salad
From the Recipe Creator:
I love their crunchy, citrusy salad so much that once I made my husband drive an hour to the nearest Applebee's restaurant just so I could eat it! It was time to come up with my own version. I'm completely happy with the results—and my husband is, too! Find more of my recipes at my blog, mandysrecipeboxblog.com. —Mandy Bird, Holbrook, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 419 calories, 25g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 602mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 7g fiber), 12g protein.
7/13
Santa Fe Chicken Pizza Pie
From the Recipe Creator:
Give your pie a southwestern twist when you slather on the taco sauce and top with black beans, green chiles and kicked-up chicken strips. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces: 434 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 1218mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 21g protein.
8/13
Chicken Tempura Rolls
From the Recipe Creator:
These sushi rice rolls are delicious and are simpler to make than you think. An inexpensive bamboo mat and sticky rice are the keys to making these chicken tempura rolls. Your guest will really be impressed when you serve this scrumptious treat.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen,
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 100 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 134mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
9/13
Crispy Chicken Snack Wraps
Chances are good that even the pickiest eater can be won over with this scrumptious snack. Because while the original recipe calls for BBQ sauce, multi-grain tortillas and sliced cheddar cheese, you can customize it with your (or your kids’) favorite ingredients. School lunches, solved.
10/13
Sticky Chicken Fingers Salad
For the perfect balance of fresh and frozen, toss your chicken tenders with romaine lettuce and shredded carrots. Top this savory salad with grated cheese, dried cranberries and the dressing of your choice. Here are a bunch of homemade options if you want to skip the bottled stuff.
11/13
Buffalo Chicken Kabobs
These kickin’ kabobs are everything you love about a pile of sauce-slathered wings—without all the mess. Stick sliced carrots and raw celery between pieces of buffalo chicken tenders and serve them with a side of blue cheese for a tailgate-worthy treat.
12/13
Honey Mustard Chicken Tacos
If these aren’t Taco Tuesday #goals, we don’t know what is. Swap the usual ground beef for crispy frozen chicken tenders and trade the same ol’ salsa for homemade honey mustard. Bonus: Using broccoli slaw as the base of these tacos is an easy way to sneak more veggies into your dinner. Win-win!
13/13
Buffalo Chicken Bird Dogs
What looks like a hot dog but tastes like, well, chicken? These faux franks, which feature chicken tenders nestled inside hot dog buns and drizzled with buffalo sauce and creamy ranch dressing. They’re just what you want to chow down on when you’re watching football, along with these other gameday grub ideas.
