Grilled Chicken Tenders

These Grilled Chicken Tenders are super fresh, full of zesty flavor, and have just the right smoky char. All you need are a few pantry staples to get ’em going. They’re great on a salad, in a wrap, or enjoyed on their own with your favorite sides.

Bright & Tasty Chicken Tenders Recipe

Chicken tenders might not be the fanciest cut of meat, but soak them in a great marinade and throw them on a hot grill? Now we’re talking.

Whether you’ve got an outdoor grill or an indoor grill pan, this recipe is perfect for any time of year. The marinade is made with simple ingredients you likely already got handy too! Smoky, tangy, herby — these chicken tendies are your new weeknight favorite.

Ingredients

• Chicken tenders: This chicken cooks up fast on the grill and stays super tender and juicy.
• Olive oil: The base of our chicken marinade that locks in all the flavor.
• Lemon: You’ll need lemon juice for the marinade and lemon wedges as a garnish!
• Garlic: For that bold, savory punch we all love.
• Fresh parsley: Brings a pop of color and a fresh, herby finish.
• Spice blend: Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and paprika are all you need to season your chicken tenders.

Preparation

In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, minced garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.

Next, add your chicken tenders to the bowl and toss until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Grilling

Heat up your grill or grill pan to medium-high and give the grates a quick brush with olive oil. 

Once it’s ready, place the chicken tenders on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side. 

Cook until they’re charred and have those perfect grill marks everyone loves!

Serving

Remove your chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving, along with lemon wedges. Enjoy!

​Ways to Enjoy Your Grilled Chicken Tenders

Create a grilled chicken tender meal that fits any craving! Enjoy them on their own, dipped in homemade ranch dressing, hot sauce, or BBQ sauce. Or, throw them on a fresh salad, stuff them into a wrap, or mix them into pasta. Easy, tasty, and totally up to you.

You can also pair your tenders with a variety of sides. Roasted broccoli, sweet potato fries, or a side of coleslaw would be a great way to round out your meal. You could even enjoy them with a refreshing drink like this Watermelon Tajin Mocktail.

Storage & Reheating

Store your grilled chicken tenders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, you can either microwave them for about a minute or until warmed through, or you can heat them in a skillet on medium heat for a few minutes on each side.

Got leftovers? Toss the chicken tenders into salads, wraps, or sandwiches for a quick hit of protein and flavor. Just chop ’em up and you’re good to go!

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