Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloin

Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloin

Learn how to cook chicken tenderloins with this recipe. A simple combination of seasonings, olive oil, and lemon juice makes these chicken tenderloins delicious!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
4 chicken tenders
Servings:
4

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)

198
Calories
15g
Fat
5g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
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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