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Crunchy Ranch Chicken Tenders with Cheese Fries

This is one of the all-time kid’s favorite dinners. It’s perfect for a quick dinner on Friday Nights before the big game, or any other night you don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.

Ingredients:

8 ½ ounce package cornbread muffin mix
1 ounce package ranch salad dressing mix
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 ½ lbs) cut into strips
2 Tablespoons cooking oil
1 package frozen French fries
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Place frozen French fries in oven according to package directions.

2. Combine cornbread mix, salad dressing mix and salt in a large plastic zip block bag; set aside.

3. Pour milk into a shallow bowl. Dip chicken into milk; place in cornbread mixture and shake to coat.

4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

5. Add chicken, cook until golden on both sides, about 6 to 7 minutes per side or until juices run clear.

6. Five minutes before French fries are done, sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Continue baking until cheese is melted.

Makes 6 servings.