Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenders
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
201 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenders
Description
This recipe features chicken breast tenders soaked in a marinade combining Italian dressing with fresh lime juice and honey. The marinade penetrates the meat, adding acidity and natural sweetness that balance well with the chicken's mild flavor. After marinating for an hour, the tenders are cooked in a non-stick pan or grilled until they develop a gentle golden crust but remain moist inside.
The method focuses on careful cooking to prevent drying out the chicken; the tenders are only browned lightly rather than heavily seared or charred. This keeps their texture tender and pleasant to bite. The simple flavor profile makes this suitable for adding to salads, serving with vegetables, or enjoying on their own.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast tender
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1 teaspoon lime juice fresh
- 1 1/2 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Mix dressing, lime juice, and honey together. Pour over chicken tenders, making sure all tenders are covered; marinate for 1 hour.
- Discard marinade after the chicken tenders are ready to be cooked. Braise tenders in a non-stick pan or grill to lightly golden in color but not dry.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 423mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 444mg | 9% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 35IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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