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Mediterranean Chicken Tenders

Savory Mediterranean Chicken Tenders for Flavorful Nights

Enjoy these Mediterranean Chicken Tenders, quick to prepare and packed with garlic and lemon flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tenders
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders the star of the dish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil you can swap it with avocado or canola oil if needed
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; using fresh cloves yields fantastic flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed enhances the zing
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano can easily be substituted with Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika consider smoked paprika for a richer taste
  • to taste Salt adjust to your preference
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground provides a more complex flavor
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley feel free to skip if it’s not on hand
  • as needed Lemon Wedges great for those who crave extra acidity

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
  3. Season 1 pound of chicken tenders with 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of paprika, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
  4. Cook the seasoned chicken tenders in a single layer for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice over the tender chicken while in the skillet and let it cook for another minute.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the chicken tenders to a serving plate; garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy these flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Tenders as a quick and easy meal perfect for any occasion.

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