Description
Tender, juicy chicken tenders marinated in a bright lemon and garlic marinade, infused with oregano and smoked paprika for a delicious and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 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
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Whisk until well blended.
- Place chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring they’re fully coated. Massage marinade into chicken, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook chicken on the grill or bake for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with dipping sauces or alongside fresh veggies.
Notes
These tenders are versatile and can be served warm or chilled for salads. Feel free to customize with additional spices or toppings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken tenders, Greek chicken, easy dinner, lemon garlic chicken