Mediterranean Chicken Tenders
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with these flavorful Chicken Tenders! Perfectly seasoned with fresh herbs, garlic, and zesty lemon juice, these tender strips are a quick and healthy option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Ready in just 25 minutes, they can be served as an appetizer, in wraps, or alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that both kids and adults will love. With high protein content and low carbs, these tenders not only satisfy but also nourish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season chicken tenders with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken tenders in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the cooked chicken in the skillet.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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