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Mediterranean Chicken Tenders

Savory Mediterranean Chicken Tenders in 30 Minutes Flat

Delightful Mediterranean Chicken Tenders infused with lemon and herbs, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 large Fresh Lemon Juice juiced
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders
Garnishes (Optional)
  • to taste Fresh Parsley chopped
  • as needed Lemon Wedges

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
  2. Add chicken tenders to the marinade and toss until each piece is coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Drizzle in olive oil.
  4. Place marinated chicken tenders in the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden-brown.
  5. Flip each chicken tender and cook for another 4-5 minutes until reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Remove from skillet, let rest for 2 minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 4tendersCalories: 250kcalProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use fresh ingredients for best results.

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