Lemon Thyme Chicken Tenders: A Quick & Easy Recipe

Name: Lemon Thyme Chicken Tenders: A Quick & Easy Recipe
Total time: 25 mins
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 0.25 cup lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 pound chicken breast tenders; salt and pepper to taste; olive oil-flavored cooking spray

Savor the delightful taste of these lemon thyme chicken tenders, perfectly sautéed and infused with fresh lemon and thyme. Ideal as a main course or a flavorful salad topping!

Total time25 mins
Prep time10 mins
Cook time10 mins
Yield4

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Ingredients

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

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, thyme, and garlic. Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper, then add them to the lemon mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for approximately 5 minutes.
Lightly coat a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Take the chicken tenders out of the marinade, shaking off any extra. Place the chicken tenders in the skillet and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, around 4 minutes on each side. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition

Calories: 192 kcal
Fat Content: 10 g
Fiber Content: 0 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 57 mg
Protein Content: 24 g
Cholesterol Content: 65 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 2 g
Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g