Pan-Fried Chicken Tenders
Easy and delicious Pan-Fried Chicken Tenders are made with no breading, are perfectly seasoned and cooked completely in a skillet in under 8 minutes, making them a go-to lunch or dinner recipe.
Servings: 8 tenders
Calories: 82kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb. chicken tenders
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Start by placing the chicken in a shallow dish. In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, oregano, and black pepper, then use your hands to completely coat the chicken on both sides.
- Next, heat a large skillet over medium heat, then pour the oil into the skillet and allow it to warm up, about 1 minute.
- Add the chicken smooth-side down and cook it for 4 minutes. Use kitchen tongs to flip the chicken over, place a lid on the skillet, and continue cooking the chicken for 3-4 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°. Optional: add 1 teaspoon of butter to the skillet, which adds even more flavor. Enjoy!
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Notes
*Calories are for 1 chicken tender and are an estimation
*Cook times vary depending on the thickness of the chicken
Nutrition
Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg