Chicken Tenders Recipe

Chicken Tenders Recipe

from littlesunnykitchen.com
Main Course
15 min
3 servings
293 kcal / serving

Healthier chicken tenders cooked in a simple delicious sauce. The chicken tenderloins turn out so tender, juicy, succulent, and flavorful.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 2 tablespoonbutter (divided)
  • 1 poundchicken tenderloins (chicken mini fillets)
  • 2 teaspoonspaprika
  • ½ teaspoonsalt
  • ¼ teaspoonground black pepper
  • 4 clovesgarlic (minced or crushed)
  • 1 teaspoonitalian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoonchopped fresh parsley (chopped - for garnish)

Directions

  1. 1

    Add olive oil and melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan/skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the chicken tenders, season with paprika, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Cook for 3 minutes on each side (season each side as you cook).

  4. 4

    Make room for the garlic, melt the remaining butter, and add the garlic. Cook for 30 seconds or until the garlic becomes fragrant.

  5. 5

    Season with Italian seasoning, and cook for one more minute.

  6. 6

    Add 2 tablespoons of water to the pan to deglaze it, and scrape off any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan (that's where all of the good flavor is).

  7. 7

    Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil leaves, and serve warm.