Stovetop Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Tenders
Craving a delicious and easy dinner? These **lemon garlic butter chicken** tenders are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and ready in just 20 minutes! This **easy chicken recipe** is not only bursting with flavor but also caters to various dietary needs, being gluten-free, keto, and paleo-friendly. Enjoy this **quick chicken tenders** recipe as a simple stovetop sensation, perfect for a **20 minute meal** any night of the week!
Dietary Information
Servings:
- 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.
- 7
Preheat air fryer to 400F / 200C.
- 8
Place chicken and dry seasonings in a bowl, and toss to combine.
- 9
Lightly spray the basket and carefully arrange the dry seasoned chicken, being careful not to crowd the tray.
- 10
Cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway though. Cook in batches if needed.
- 11
While the chicken cooks, prepare the sauce by combining butter, garlic, lemon juice and chicken broth in a skillet.
- 12
Remove the chicken from the air fryer and coat with the sauce before serving
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 265 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Sodium | 508 mg |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
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