Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloin

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Learn how to cook chicken tenderloins with this recipe. A simple combination of seasonings, olive oil, and lemon juice makes these chicken tenderloins delicious!

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 chicken tenders
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 4 chicken tenderloins

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 teaspoons paprika, or more to taste

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder, or more to taste

  • 2 teaspoons onion powder, or more to taste

  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • ½ lemon, juiced

Directions

  1. Place chicken tenderloins in a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper; stir to coat. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, and chili powder. Toss thoroughly with tongs or a spoon.

  2. Heat remaining olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.

  3. Place chicken in hot oil and cook, covered, for 6 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over chicken. Flip and cook until a dark, crispy crust forms, about 6 more minutes.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

198 Calories
15g Fat
5g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 198
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 193mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 12g 24%
Vitamin C 12mg 14%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 187mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.