Lemon Thyme Chicken Tenders

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Sauteed chicken tenders get a flavor boost from fresh lemon and thyme. Great as a main meal or as a salad topper.

Submitted by BEE_QUEEN
Updated on November 27, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 pound chicken breast tenders

  • olive oil-flavored cooking spray

Directions

  1. Combine the olive oil, garlic, chopped thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Toss chicken with the olive oil mixture; allow to marinate for 5 minutes.

  2. Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Cook chicken tenders in the hot pan until lightly browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

192 Calories
10g Fat
2g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 192
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 57mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 24g 47%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 18mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 223mg 5%

* 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.