Description
A flavorful and healthy twist on classic chicken tenders, marinated with Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin (optional)
- 1 pound Chicken Tenders
- Fresh Parsley or Dill (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and cumin to create the marinade.
- Add chicken tenders to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange marinated chicken tenders in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and juices run clear.
- Let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or dill and serve warm.
Notes
Marinate chicken in advance for more flavor and store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg