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Golden baked Mediterranean chicken tenders garnished with fresh parsley on a baking sheet.
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Mediterranean Chicken Tenders

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast tenders
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
  • Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and toss using tongs to ensure all surfaces are thoroughly coated with the marinade.
  • Preheat a convection oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius).
  • Line a heavy-duty baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the chicken tenders in a single layer, ensuring at least 1 inch of space between pieces for optimal airflow.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the thickest part of the tender reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) on a digital thermometer.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the protein to rest for 3 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving.