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How to Make Chicken Tenders in Lemon-Mushroom Cream Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken tenders are a popular and versatile protein that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether it's baked, fried, or grilled, there are countless options for preparing this delicious cut of meat. One standout recipe that takes chicken tenders to the next level is Chicken Tenders in Lemon-Mushroom Cream Sauce.

This dish combines the tender and juicy chicken tenders with a creamy and flavorful lemon-mushroom sauce that elevates the dish to a whole new level. The combination of the...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • ⅔ cup fat free half-and-half
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle on both sides of chicken tenders.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken tenders and sear until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and loosely tent with foil.
  • Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the skillet. Add mushrooms and onion and cook until mushrooms start to brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Whisk together half-and-half, chicken broth, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons dill, and cornstarch in a medium bowl; add to the skillet. Stir until sauce is slightly thickened, about 3 minutes, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to low, add chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan. Simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 4 to 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of dill on top of chicken, and serve with lemon wedges.

    • Nutrition

    262 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 75mg
    • Sodium: 231mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 67mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 400mg

    Categories

    Chicken recipes
    Tenders recipes
    Lemon recipes
    Mushroom recipes
    Cream sauce recipes