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Grilled Chicken Tenders

Grilling season calls for these quick and easy Grilled Chicken Tenders! Soaked in a smoky chipotle marinade, oh-so juicy on the inside, and breading-free, they’re a fantastic summer protein for simple weeknight dinners and meal prep.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time38 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: grilled chicken tenders
Servings: 4
Author: Erin Alvarez

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. chicken tenders
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp chipotle seasoning omit if you don’t want these to be spicy
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  • Add chicken to a medium bowl and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, stir the spices and olive oil together, then scoop mixture over the chicken and toss to combine. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours. Bring chicken to room temperature before cooking.
  • Heat grill over medium heat. Then, add the tenders and cook for 4 minutes, then flip over and cook for an additional 4 minutes. NOTE: remove chicken from the heat, then check the internal temperature to confirm they’re cooked through. Enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 426mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 321IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
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