Lemon and herb chicken tenderloins offer a delightful combination of bright citrus and aromatic herbs. This dish is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just a few simple ingredients that can be found in most kitchens. Whether you're looking for a quick weekday meal or an impressive appetizer for your next gathering, these tenderloins are sure to satisfy your taste buds. The zesty lemon flavor, paired with the earthy notes of herbs like thyme, rosemary, and oregano, creates a tantalizing marinade that infuses the chicken with incredible flavor.
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HERBED LEMON CHICKEN
This is a sensational recipe for cooks on the go. You can put the chicken in to marinade the day before, and it will be ready to grill when you come home from work the next day. In the winter, I grill the chicken on my indoor electric grill. It's so easy and always turns out terrific that I have given this recipe to the bride to be at bridal showers.-Karen Aeschliman, Sabetha, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Pour 3/4 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain chicken and discard marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5 minutes. Turn; grill or broil 4-9 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 27g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.
LEMON-HERBED CHICKEN TENDERLOINS
Make and share this Lemon-Herbed Chicken Tenderloins recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 36m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place tenderloins in a flat dish with sides.
- In a small bowl, mix together all lemon juice, mustard, and herbs; pour marinade over the chicken.
- Marinate for 30 minutes and up to 12 hours, covered, in the refrigerator.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat; add in the tenderloins; saute for 3 minutes on each side until they are just cooked through.
- Remove from heat immediately so they remain tender; serve.
MOIST LEMON HERB CHICKEN
I wanted a healthy, flavorful chicken recipe that was fast, easy and a real crowd-pleaser. I got lucky and hit the jackpot with this one! -Kali Wraspir, Olympia, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large ovenproof skillet coated with cooking spray, brown chicken in oil. Sprinkle herbes de Provence and lemon zest over chicken; add lemon juice to pan., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LEMON THYME CHICKEN TENDERS
Sauteed chicken tenders get a flavor boost from fresh lemon and thyme. Great as a main meal or as a salad topper.
Provided by BEE_QUEEN
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the olive oil, garlic, chopped thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Toss chicken with the olive oil mixture; allow to marinate for 5 minutes.
- Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium-high heat. Cook chicken tenders in the hot pan until lightly browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 56.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
SIMPLE LEMON HERB CHICKEN
This is a simple, quick and delicious dish. All you need are a few spices and, of course, the chicken! The amount of spices are completely up to you. You can add more or less according to your taste. Enjoy!
Provided by Carolyn Stilwell
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Pan-Fried
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut lemon in half, and squeeze juice from 1/2 lemon on chicken. Season with salt to taste. Let sit while you heat oil in a small skillet over medium low heat.
- When oil is hot, put chicken in skillet. As you saute chicken, add juice from other 1/2 lemon, pepper to taste, and oregano. Saute for 5 to 10 minutes each side, or until juices run clear. Serve with parsley for garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 94.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
LEMON-HERB ROAST CHICKEN DINNER
Here's the one-and-done chicken recipe you didn't know you needed-until now! It's easy enough to pull off with a couple of standard veggies, like carrots, potatoes and onions and flavorful aromatics, like rosemary, thyme and garlic. Toss the whole lot together in your trusty 13x9, and set your chicken on top. As the chicken cooks, its drippings add incredible flavor and tender texture to the veggies below. Give this dish a try, and we think you'll understand why we consider this the new essential chicken dinner.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix melted butter, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper. Stir in potatoes, carrots and onions. Pour into baking dish.
- Rub chicken all over with remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Place thyme, rosemary, garlic and lemon wedges in cavity of chicken. If desired, tie legs together with 6-inch piece of cooking twine.
- Place chicken, breast side down, on top of potato and vegetable mixture. Roast 30 minutes; carefully turn chicken breast side up. Continue to roast 25 to 35 minutes longer, until legs move easily when lifted or twisted (at least 165°F in thickest part of thigh) and potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1/4 Chicken and 1 Cup Vegetables, Sodium 1090 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g
WEEKNIGHT LEMON CHICKEN BREASTS WITH HERBS
Boneless chicken breasts suffer a bad reputation, owing in large part to their propensity to dry out. The solution here is a lovely bath in an ample amount of olive oil, white wine and lemon, which seasons and tenderizes the chicken. Later, the marinade becomes an easy pan sauce once it cooks with the breasts. Use fresh herbs in the summer; in the winter, dried herbs will do the trick.
Provided by Jennifer Steinhauer
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, weeknight, poultry, main course
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Season the chicken breasts all over with the salt and pepper. Transfer the chicken to a gallon-size resealable freezer bag. Add 1/2 cup olive oil and the remaining ingredients, press out the air and seal the bag tightly so the chicken is fully submerged. Massage the chicken through the plastic bag to evenly distribute the herbs. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
- In a large, deep skillet with a lid, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium. Remove the chicken from the marinade, add to the skillet, then pour the lemons and marinade on top. Cook until the chicken is golden on one side, about 8 minutes. Turn the chicken, cover and cook over medium-low until chicken is cooked through, about 7 minutes. Serve chicken topped with lemons and sauce.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 593, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 51 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 681 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
LEMON HERB CHICKEN
There's no skin on this bone-in chicken breast; it's topped with herbs, thin slices of lemon, and a lettuce leaf to seal in moisture.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chicken breast halves in a single layer on a heatproof plate. Sprinkle tarragon leaves and garlic over chicken; season with salt. Arrange lemon slices on top. Lay lettuce leaves over chicken.
- In a 12-inch skillet fitted with a round rack, bring 1 inch of water to a simmer over medium heat. Place plate with chicken on rack. Cover; simmer until chicken is cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes (add more water as needed).
- Transfer chicken to serving plates; discard lettuce. Pour steaming juices into a small bowl; stir in mustard. Spoon sauce over chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 43 g
HERBED CHICKEN TENDERS
This is such a light, easy, yet flavorful way to cook chicken! I couldn't believe it when my kids actually fought over "who got more".....There were no leftovers when I made this, and I actually used this as the meat in a wonderful fettuccine Alfredo! Just delicious!
Provided by Stacky5
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Wash and drain chicken breast tenders.
- Mix all of the other ingredients (except for the olive oil) in a small bowl and whisk thoroughly.
- Rub the herb mixture onto the chicken tenders thoroughly, until coated well on both sides of the chicken.
- Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
- Add chicken to pan and sauté approximately 4 minutes on each side, until the color is lightly golden brown.
Tips:
- To ensure that your chicken tenderloins are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also cook the chicken tenderloins until they are no longer pink in the center.
- For a crispy coating, make sure to coat the chicken tenderloins in the seasoned breadcrumbs before baking.
- To add a pop of flavor, use a variety of herbs and spices in the breadcrumb mixture. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme.
- For a healthier option, you can bake the chicken tenderloins instead of frying them.
Conclusion:
Lemon-herb chicken tenderloins are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun party appetizer. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone.
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