How to Make Lemon Thyme Chicken Tenders - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you tired of the same old bland chicken tenders? Are you looking for a simple and delicious recipe to elevate your weeknight dinner game? Look no further than these Lemon Thyme Chicken Tenders! This recipe takes simple and familiar ingredients and transforms them into a flavor-packed dish that will have your family asking for seconds.

Marinated in a zesty lemon and herb mixture, these chicken tenders are bursting with fresh, bright flavors. The addition of thyme adds a subtly earth...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound chicken breast tenders
  • olive oil-flavored cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine the olive oil, garlic, chopped thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Toss chicken with the olive oil mixture; allow to marinate for 5 minutes.
  • Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium-high heat. Cook chicken tenders in the hot pan until lightly browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Nutrition

    192 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 57mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 18mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 223mg