Flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Tenders for a Quick Dinner
Juicy chicken tenders marinated in Mediterranean spices, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying, Pan Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well-blended.
- Marinate the chicken in the bowl, ensuring it’s thoroughly coated. Let soak in the fridge for 15-30 minutes.
- For air frying, preheat your air fryer to 400°F. For pan frying, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Air fry the tenders in a single layer for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and cooked through.
- If pan frying, cook the tenders for 5-6 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, drizzle with fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate overnight or customize with other Mediterranean ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg