Simple Broiled Chicken Tenders

Simple Broiled Chicken Tenders are easy to make and are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. If you are looking for an easy chicken recipe, there is no need to look any further.

This is a simple recipe that I am sure you will want to make over and over again. The chicken is added to a zip lock bag along with a simple marinade and set in the refrigerator for several hours. They are then broiled until done. They turn out tender and juicy every time

This recipe is perfect for a busy work night dinner or even make it on the weekend when you don’t feel like cooking, It is that easy. This is something that the whole family will love.

Helpful tips:

• To make things super simple buy chicken tenders. You can find them where the chicken is sold.
• If you can’t find tenders no worries. Buy chicken breast and make your own chicken tenders.
• The easiest way to marinate the chicken is to put everything in a ziplock bag.
• Place the oven rack 4 inches below the broiler, for best results.
• The chicken is done when the tenders are no longer pink inside or the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
• The amount of time may vary with different sizes of tenders.
• Watch the chicken closely, since the pieces are not very large they take only minutes until they are done.
• Serve the chicken tenders with rice or a salad for a tasty meal.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Steps for making Simple Broiled Chicken Tenders

Step one

Combine the marinade ingredients together. Add the marinade to a ziplock bag along with the chicken.

Step two

Prepare a broiler pan. Place the chicken tenders on the pan.

Step three

Broil the chicken for about 4 minutes, then flip and continue to broil until the chicken is no longer pink

Additional easy recipes that you will want to try:

• Honey Lime Garlic Chicken
• Chicken Enchilada Lasagna Roll-Ups
• Chicken Tortellini Soup
• Baked Chicken Spaghetti

If you make these Simple Broiled Chicken Tenders I would love to hear about it! Please leave me a comment and a rating.

Simple Broiled Chicken Tenders

Simple broiled chicken tenders are easy to make and are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. If you are looking for an easy chicken recipe, there is no need to look any further.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Simple Broiled Chicken Tenders, Broiled Chicken Tenders, Broiled Chicken

Prep Time: 4 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 455kcal

Author: Dawn Yucuis

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken tenders
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic chopped
• 1 tablespoon onion chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper or to taste

Instructions

• Combine the vegetable oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic, onion, oregano, and parsley and add to a zip lock bag and combine.
• Place the chicken in the bag and coat the chicken with the marinade. Place in the refrigerator for several hours or more. Turning the bag a few times during that time.
• Preheat broiler.
• Spray the broiler pan with a non-stick cooking spray. Place the chicken tenders on the pan.
• Place the oven rack 4 inches from the broiler
• Place the chicken under the broiler, broil for 4 to 5 minuter or until brown
• Flip the chicken over and continue to broil 3 to 4 minutes longer or until the tenders are no longer pink inside.

Notes

1. Broiling time may change depending on the size of your chicken tenders.
2. If you cannot find chicken tenders in the grocery store. You can make your own. Buy chicken breast and cut them into tenders.
3. Marinate the chicken breast for about 4 hours.
4. Place the oven rack 4-inches from the broiler.
5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

 

 

 

 

Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary with the brands of ingredients used.

Nutrition

Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.2g | Protein: 44.2g | Fat: 29.4g | Saturated Fat: 4.5g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 524mg | Potassium: 396mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.3g | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg

This recipe was originally published on August 17, 2016. It has been updated with new content and pictures on July 7, 2022.