Greek Chicken Tenders Recipe
These Greek Chicken Tenders are bursting with flavor from a zesty marinade of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Marinate Chicken: Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
- Cook Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 400°F (200°C). Grill or bake chicken tenders for 6-7 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and are golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces or fresh veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken, Chicken Tenders, Grilled Chicken, Mediterranean Chicken
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