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Mediterranean Chicken Tenders

Mediterranean Chicken Tenders: Juicy and Flavor-Packed Goodness

Delicious and easy Mediterranean Chicken Tenders bursting with flavor, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders skinless and boneless
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice fresh juice preferred
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for a twist
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
For Serving
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce or hummus as a substitute
  • 2 cups Mixed Greens any salad greens
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Marination and Baking
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Lay marinated chicken tenders on the baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and edges are caramelized.
  5. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve with tzatziki sauce, mixed greens, and cherry tomatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken longer. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet for crispy tenders.

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