Crispy Greek Chicken Tenders
Crispy Greek Chicken Tenders are a delightful, Mediterranean-inspired twist on classic chicken tenders, featuring a golden, crunchy coating and juicy interior. Ready in just 30 minutes, these tenders make an excellent choice for busy weeknights, packed lunches, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings. With vibrant flavors from lemon and oregano, they pair beautifully with various dipping sauces, ensuring everyone at the table will enjoy this irresistible dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips about one inch wide and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips and toss to coat; marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F or 74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 302
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg