Description
Juicy, flavorful Greek Chicken Tenders marinated in olive oil, lemon, garlic, and oregano. A quick, healthy, and easy Mediterranean chicken recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until emulsified.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, coating evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil grill grates or line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest 5 minutes before slicing for juicier, tender results.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Marinate and freeze raw tenders for up to 2 months. Reheat gently at 350°F to preserve moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken tender
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Greek chicken tenders, healthy Greek chicken, Mediterranean chicken, lemon garlic chicken, easy Greek marinade