Description
These Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders are a quick and flavorful meal option for busy weeknights. Tender chicken marinated in a zesty lemon pepper mixture, pan-seared to golden perfection, and garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve over rice or salad for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1½ pounds chicken tenders
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1½ teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken tenders, coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, and cook chicken tenders in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges, and serve hot over rice or salad.
Notes
- Great served with rice, salad, or pasta.
- For a crispier texture, lightly dredge tenders in flour before pan-frying.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes for an alternative cooking method.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3–4 tenders
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
