Description
Juicy, flavorful, and fast, these simple oven chicken tenderloins with olive oil are the go-to dinner solution when you want minimal prep and maximum taste.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds chicken tenderloins, trimmed and tendon removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (optional)
Zest of ½ lemon (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Pat chicken tenderloins dry with paper towels.
3. Place chicken in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
4. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and optional seasonings.
5. Toss until evenly coated.
6. Arrange chicken on baking sheet in a single layer with space between.
7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
8. Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the oven at 325°F, air fryer at 350°F, or microwave with a damp paper towel.
Add a splash of olive oil or broth when reheating to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3.5 oz
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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