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Greek Chicken Tenders

Greek Chicken Tenders: Juicy, Easy, and Family-Approved!

Delicious Greek Chicken Tenders marinated in a zesty yogurt blend, perfect for quick family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt low-fat for a lighter recipe
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice lime juice can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest optional but recommended
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; can substitute with garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt kosher salt recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper use freshly ground for best flavor
For Cooking
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders can substitute with thighs or turkey

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill Pan
  • Oven
  • parchment paper
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a smooth marinade.
  2. Coat chicken tenders thoroughly in the yogurt marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your cooking surface: grill pan over medium heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. If grilling, cook chicken tenders for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked; for baking, arrange on a lined baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  5. Let cooked chicken tenders rest for a few minutes before serving, optionally garnishing with fresh parsley or dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tenders can be served in wraps, salads, or on their own. Pair with tzatziki for added flavor.

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