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Mediterranean Chicken Tenders

Mediterranean Chicken Tenders: A Zesty Weeknight Delight

Delightful Mediterranean Chicken Tenders with garlic, lemon, and oregano for a quick and easy dinner.
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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 trimmed and ready to cook
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado or canola oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice preferably freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano can substitute with thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley optional, for garnish
  • 1 whole Lemon Wedges optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, approximately 2–3 minutes.
  2. Add freshly minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
  3. Season your chicken tenders with dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
  4. Gently place the seasoned chicken tenders in the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Flip the tenders and cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the cooked chicken tenders just before serving.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These Mediterranean Chicken Tenders are perfect for quick weeknight dinners and can be served with rice, in a pita, or alongside a fresh salad.

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