How to Make Chicken Tenders with Creamy Lemon-Garlic Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken tenders are a popular and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing appetizer for a get-together, these chicken tenders with creamy lemon-garlic sauce are sure to hit the spot. The crispy coating on the chicken tenders combined with the tangy and flavorful sauce make for a delicious and satisfying dish.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • ½ cup half-and-half
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 4 teaspoons water

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken tenders in flour mixture until coated.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
  • Pour wine into the pan and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add chicken stock and cook until sauce has reduced, about 10 minutes. Add half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice; let reduce for 10 more minutes.
  • Dissolve cornstarch in water and add to the pan. Add chicken and allow to heat through, about 10 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
  • Nutrition

    264 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 82mg
    • Sodium: 519mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 77mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 259mg