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Greek Chicken Tenders

Delicious Greek Chicken Tenders for Quick Family Dinners

Enjoy these Greek Chicken Tenders, a healthy and delicious option for quick family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt can substitute with regular yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 whole Fresh Lemon Juice about 1 lemon
  • 0.5 whole Lemon Zest use organic lemons for best flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is ideal
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be an alternative
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 dash Black Pepper fresh-ground is preferred
For Cooking
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders the main ingredient for this dish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • grill pan
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • parchment paper
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  2. Add minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the mixture, combining thoroughly.
  3. Coat chicken tenders in the marinade, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill pan over medium heat or set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown, internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
  6. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve warm with sides like Greek salad or in pita wraps for a delightful meal experience.

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