Description
These Greek Chicken Tenders are bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Juicy chicken breasts marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs, then grilled to perfection. A simple and delicious dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika. Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
- 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.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken tender (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
