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Zesty Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

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Deliciously crispy Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders, perfect for a quick meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound of chicken tenders
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken tenders in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Spread grated Parmesan cheese on a plate.
  3. Coat each marinated chicken tender in the Parmesan cheese.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake coated chicken on a parchment-lined sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Let chicken rest, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer, if possible.
  • Serve with various dipping sauces for added taste.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg