Description
Bright and tangy Mediterranean Chicken Tenders marinated in garlic, lemon, and herbs for a juicy and crispy oven-baked meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Add chicken tenders to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly in the marinade; let sit in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes.
- Arrange marinated tenders in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta over the hot tenders and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, switch the oven to broil for the last 1–2 minutes of baking. Adjust seasoning with a squeeze of lemon if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean