Greek Chicken Tenders with Tzatziki Sauce
Deliciously marinated Greek chicken tenders grilled to perfection, served with creamy tzatziki sauce. A perfect dish for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tzatziki sauce for serving
Instructions
- Create the Flavor-Packed Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken Tenders: Add the chicken tenders to the marinade and let them soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Your Cooking Space: Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat.
- Grill or Bake the Chicken Tenders: Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side if grilling, or bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes.
- Serve with Tzatziki Sauce: Plate the cooked chicken and serve alongside tzatziki sauce.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate overnight. Serve with Greek salad or pita bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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