Preheat Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Make the Crack Mixture:

• In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon until well combined.

Assemble the Tenders:

• Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels.

• Spread a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture over each tender.

• Press the cream cheese side into the crushed crackers or breadcrumbs to coat.

Bake:

• Arrange coated tenders in the baking dish, crumb side up.

• Drizzle with melted butter.

• Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and topping is golden brown.

Serve:

• Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.

• Serve hot with ranch or your favorite dipping sauce.