Flavor-Packed Mediterranean Chicken Tenders
Juicy and herby Mediterranean chicken tenders, bursting with flavor, perfect for easy dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Tenders
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley
- 1 lemon (for wedges)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken tenders dry with a paper towel.
- Make the Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Coat the chicken tenders in the marinade, cover, and let it sit for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat the Pan: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Chicken: Add tenders to the pan, cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Check for Doneness: Ensure the chicken is white and opaque all the way through.
- Garnish: Remove the tenders from the skillet and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Serve with Lemon Wedges: Serve the tenders with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
For a crispy texture, consider dipping the marinated chicken tenders in breadcrumbs before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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