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Stovetop Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Tenders

Flavorful juicy chicken tenders ready in just 25 minuted!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 265 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds (907g) chicken tenders
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika powder
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic peeled and finely chopped
  • ½ cup (118ml) chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 lemon juiced

Instructions

    Cup of Yum
  1. Add the chicken, onion powder, salt, thyme, pepper and paprika to a large bowl and toss everything to combine.
  2. Melt the butter and olive oil together in a large skillet over medium heat, then cook the chicken tenders in two batches for 5-7 minutes each time, flipping the tenders halfway through.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. Add the garlic, stir, and cook for about 30 seconds or until it becomes fragrant.
  4. Stir in the chicken broth and lemon juice and let it simmer for about 5 minutes or until it has reduced.
  5. Add the chicken back to the pan, then flip it back and forth to ensure that it is coated in the lemon garlic sauce.
  6. Serve with fresh thyme for garnish if desired.
Make In The Air Fryer
  1. Preheat air fryer to 400F / 200C.
  2. Place chicken and dry seasonings in a bowl, and toss to combine.
  3. Lightly spray the basket and carefully arrange the dry seasoned chicken, being careful not to crowd the tray.
  4. Cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway though. Cook in batches if needed. 
  5. While the chicken cooks, prepare the sauce by combining butter, garlic, lemon juice and chicken broth in a skillet. 
  6. Remove the chicken from the air fryer and coat with the sauce before serving

Notes

  • Use a knife and cutting board dedicated to poultry and wash it in hot, soapy water immediately after use. 
  • Combine the chicken and dry seasonings in a bowl or a zip-top bag. 
  • Discard any leftover seasoning that has come in contact with the chicken. 
  • Cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. 
  • Tent the chicken with foil while the sauce cooks to help keep it warm.
  • When you deglaze the pan with the chicken stock, use a wooden spoon to scrape up all the flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • There are 4 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
  • Use a knife and cutting board dedicated to poultry and wash it in hot, soapy water immediately after use. 
  • Combine the chicken and dry seasonings in a bowl or a zip-top bag. 
  • Discard any leftover seasoning that has come in contact with the chicken. 
  • Cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. 
  • Tent the chicken with foil while the sauce cooks to help keep it warm.
  • When you deglaze the pan with the chicken stock, use a wooden spoon to scrape up all the flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Storage - keep cooked chicken tenders in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze uncooked, seasoned chicken tenders for up to 3 months.
  • There are 4 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition Information

Calories 265kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 117mg (39%) Sodium 508mg (21%) Potassium 593mg (17%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 365IU (7%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 265

% Daily Value*

Calories 265kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 117mg 39%
Sodium 508mg 21%
Potassium 593mg 13%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 365IU 7%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.