Lemon Thyme Chicken Tenders

Name: Lemon Thyme Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 0.25 cup lemon juice; 1 pound chicken breast tenders; salt and pepper to taste; olive oil-flavored cooking spray

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Sautéed chicken tenders get a flavor boost from a delicious marinade of fresh lemon juice, zest, and thyme. Great as a main course or as a salad topper!

Submitted by BEE_QUEEN

Updated on March 3, 2025

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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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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 fresh lemon juice
1 pound chicken breast tenders
salt and pepper to taste
olive oil-flavored cooking spray

Directions

Combine oil, garlic, thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Toss chicken in oil mixture. Set aside to marinate, about 5 minutes.
Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Cook chicken tenders until lightly brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

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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.

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