Juicy oven baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders are super quick to prepare and extremely delicious. Loaded with flavor, make a healthy chicken tenders recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or festive meal.
Servings6 servings
Calories132kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
- 1 batch Lemon Pepper Marinade
- ⅓ cup chicken broth
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 medium lemon sliced
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt or more to taste
Instructions
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In a large baking dish, place the chicken layers in a single layer. Pour the chicken marinade on top and mix to coat well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for the best flavors.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F/ 190°C.
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Remove the chicken from the fridge, and pour the chicken stock over the marinated chicken.
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Season with paprika, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and peppercorn. Top with lemon slices.
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Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is done or until the internal temperature of the chicken reads 165°F (74°C).
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Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve topped with lemon juice and your favorite side dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 277mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg