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Greek Chicken Tenders

Juicy Greek Chicken Tenders Bursting with Flavor

Greek Chicken Tenders are juicy morsels marinated in a zesty yogurt-based sauce, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt substitute with plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil use any neutral oil as an alternative
  • 1 large Fresh Lemon Juice replace with lime juice if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest can omit if not available
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves use garlic powder as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano fresh oregano for a more intense taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt can reduce for low-sodium diets
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders ensure quality for best results

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill pan
  • oven
  • Parchment paper
  • resealable bag

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add minced garlic cloves, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Coat chicken tenders thoroughly in the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to a resealable bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your grill pan over medium heat for 5 minutes, or set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Remove chicken tenders from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. For grilling, cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. For baking, roast on a parchment-lined tray for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Transfer cooked chicken tenders to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or dill if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is well-marinated for better flavor and avoid overcrowding the pan while cooking.

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