Description
Savor the taste of Greece with these succulent Greek chicken tenders, marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh garlic, oregano, and lemon juice. Perfectly grilled or baked, this dish is bursting with flavor and sure to impress at your next gathering. Serve them alongside tzatziki sauce and fresh pita for a delightful Mediterranean experience right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, dried oregano, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F) or oven to 400°F (200°C) with parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Grill chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Alternatively, bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with tzatziki sauce and pita bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg