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Greek Chicken Tenders

Greek Chicken Tenders – Juicy, Flavorful, and Simply Irresistible

Enjoy juicy Greek Chicken Tenders marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for a delightful dinner experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 lemons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 cloves minced garlic fresh garlic preferred
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano substitute with thyme or Italian seasoning if desired
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika enhances flavor
Main Ingredient
  • 1 pound chicken tenders can substitute with chicken breasts or thighs

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Grill or oven
  • Plastic wrap or zip-top bag

Method
 

Marinade Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Add chicken tenders to the bowl, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Cooking Process
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C). Oil the grill grates if grilling.
  2. Remove chicken from fridge and let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Grill or bake chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, until fully cooked.
  3. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  4. Slice and serve hot, with dipping sauces if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalProtein: 25gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for enhanced flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).

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