Let’s get cooking! Follow these simple steps to make your own batch of Crack Chicken Tenders.

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures easy cleanup and prevents sticking.
2. In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3. Pour the buttermilk into another shallow dish.
4. In a third dish, mix together the crushed cornflakes, Parmesan cheese, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
5. Dip each chicken tender into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the buttermilk and finally coat it with the cornflake mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
6. Arrange the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray them with olive oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tenders are golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.

These steps are straightforward and reflect the hands-on approach my abuela taught me. Cooking can be therapeutic, and there’s something rewarding about creating a dish from scratch.