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Cheesy Chicken Tenders

with Queso Style Dip | Perfect for sharing
4.5(30)
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on March 05, 2026
Calories
675 kcal
Protein
42.6g protein
Total
30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Egg
  • Mustard
  • Wheat
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Milk
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

32 grams

Mayonnaise

(Contains: Egg, Mustard)

50 grams

Breadcrumbs

(Contains: Wheat, Cereals containing gluten)

1 sachet(s)

Roasted Spice and Herb Blend

2 unit(s)

British Chicken Breasts

60 grams

Red Leicester

(Contains: Milk)

1 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

75 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

Not included in your delivery

2 tbsp

Oil for the Breadcrumbs

Energy (kJ)2826 kJ
Energy (kcal)675 kcal
Fat40.7 g
of which saturates17.9 g
Carbohydrate27.2 g
of which sugars2.1 g
Dietary Fibre1.8 g
Protein42.6 g
Salt1.6 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Chopping Board
Baking Tray
Medium Bowl
Knife
Garlic Press
Grater
Medium Saucepan

Instructions

1

a) Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7. 

b) Pop the mayo into a medium bowl.

c) In a separate medium bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, roasted spice & herb blend and the oil for the breadcrumbs (see pantry for amount).

c) Cut each chicken breast into 2cm strips. Season with salt and pepper, then add to the bowl of mayo and mix to coat well. Pop the chicken pieces into the breadcrumbs, toss to coat, then transfer to a baking tray. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw chicken and its packaging.

2

a) Bake the chicken tenders on the top shelf of the oven until slightly golden and cooked through, 20-25 mins. IMPORTANT: The chicken is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

b) Meanwhile, grate the Red Leicester. 

c) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

d) In a medium saucepan, mix together the creme fraiche, garlic and cheese. Season with salt and pepper. 

3

a) Once the chicken is cooked, pop the saucepan on medium heat and stir until the cheese has melted and the mixture is hot, 2-3 mins.

b) Transfer the queso style dip to your serving bowl.

c) Serve with the chicken strips for dipping.

Enjoy!

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