Introduction
If you’re craving a quick, flavorful, and juicy chicken dish, these Zesty Lemon Butter Chicken Tenders are perfect! Marinated in fresh lemon juice, garlic, and butter, these golden, pan-seared tenders are bright, zesty, and incredibly tender.
Perfect for a weeknight dinner, meal prep, or a refreshing summer meal, this recipe is easy to make in under 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with rice, veggies, or pasta!
Ingredients
1 lb chicken tenders
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
Zest of 1 lemon
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon slices for serving (optional)
Preparation
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
This dish is my partner’s weakness; he keeps going back for more.
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As soon as I saw this recipe, I had this gut feeling it would be great. And man, was I spot on! So tasty!