Description
These Crispy Greek Chicken Tenders are a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional fried chicken strips. Coated in a mixture of Greek yogurt and herbs, then baked to golden perfection, these tenders are tender on the inside and delightfully crunchy on the outside.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Tenders:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken tenders
Marinade:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Breadcrumb Coating:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- olive oil spray for baking
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, dill, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken tenders and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Coating: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, and onion powder.
- Coat and Bake: Remove chicken from marinade, coat in breadcrumb mixture, and place on baking sheet. Spray with olive oil. Bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with tzatziki or dip of choice.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil tenders for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Air fry at 400°F for 12-14 minutes for a different cooking method.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 30 minutes marinating)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
