Lemon Butter Chicken Tenders
The ultimate comfort food, Lemon Butter Chicken Tenders are juicy, crispy, and bursting with flavor. This easy weeknight dinner brings together tender chicken, rich butter, and zesty lemon juice, creating a dish that's perfect for any occasion. Try them tonight!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Frying Pan
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs Chicken Tenders
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1 1/2 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- 3 Tbsp Minced Parsley
Instructions
- Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Then evenly sprinkle over oregano, thyme, paprika, and flour. Toss to evenly coat.
- Add oil to the skillet along with 1 Tbsp butter. Carefully tilt pan to evenly coat.
- Add chicken tenders to skillet, leaving a little space between them.
- Let cook until golden brown on bottom, about 3 minutes. Turn and cook 2 minutes or until nearly cooked through.
- Once chicken is nearly cooked through (about 155 in center) add remaining 2 Tbsp butter and sprinkle garlic around the chicken (don't sprinkle on the chicken or it won't cook).
- Continue to cook until chicken is just cooked through (165 in center of each piece), about 1 minute longer.
- Remove from heat. Carefully pour in lemon juice and add parsley. Toss to coat then serve.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Tip 2: You can freeze cooked chicken tenders for up to two months. Just make sure to thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Tip 3: These tenders pair wonderfully with sides like roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
- Tip 4: Consider making a double batch for easy meal prep throughout the week.
- Tip 5: Experiment with different herbs and spices, like rosemary or cumin, for a unique twist.