Learn how to cook chicken tenderloins with this recipe. A simple combination of seasonings, olive oil, and lemon juice makes these chicken tenderloins delicious!
Ingredients
- 4 chicken tenderloins
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons paprika, or more to taste
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder, or more to taste
- 2 teaspoons onion powder, or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ lemon, juiced
Directions
Step 1
Place chicken tenderloins in a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper; stir to coat. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, and chili powder. Toss thoroughly with tongs or a spoon.
Step 2
Heat remaining olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Place chicken in hot oil and cook, covered, for 6 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over chicken. Flip and cook until a dark, crispy crust forms, about 6 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 198 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat15g | 19% |
Saturated Fat2g | 12% |
Cholesterol31mg | 10% |
Sodium193mg | 8% |
Total Carbohydrate5g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 6% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein12g | |
Vitamin C12mg | 62% |
Calcium23mg | 2% |
Iron1mg | 6% |
Potassium187mg | 4% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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