Preheat your oven to 475ºF. Don’t skip this step; a hot oven helps achieve that crispy finish we’re after.
Line a baking pan with nonstick aluminum foil and top it with a wire rack. This setup allows hot air to circulate around the chicken, ensuring it cooks evenly and gets crispy.
In a shallow dish, place the flour. Season it with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mixing these seasonings into the flour ensures every bite of the chicken is packed with flavor.
In another shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and honey mustard dressing. This mixture will help the cracker crumbs stick to the chicken.
Take the Cheez-It cheddar crackers and place them in a food processor. Pulse until they’re finely crushed. Pour the crushed crackers into a separate shallow dish.
Now comes the fun part! Dip each piece of chicken tenderloin first into the seasoned flour, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat it in the crushed crackers. Make sure to press the crumbs in a bit to ensure they stick well.
Arrange the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they’re spaced out to allow for even cooking.
Give the chicken a light spray with cooking spray to help it crisp up as it bakes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF. Make sure to check in a few minutes early, as oven times can vary.
Once done, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist and flavorful.
