Description
Delightful and crispy chicken tenders infused with Greek flavors, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken tenders to the marinade, ensuring each tender is coated thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor.
- In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add a generous drizzle of olive oil.
- Dredge each chicken tender in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to make sure the crumbs adhere well.
- Fry the tenders in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauces, and enjoy the comforting flavors!
Notes
Make-ahead marinade can enhance the flavor; feel free to use chicken breasts instead of tenders.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 100mg