Easy Grilled Greek Chicken Tenders
Easy Grilled Greek Chicken Tenders
Tender, juicy chicken tenders marinated in a zesty Greek-inspired blend of lemon, garlic, olive oil, and herbs, then grilled to perfection. A quick and healthy dish packed with fresh Mediterranean flavor!
🕒 Total Time: 18 minutes
Prep Time: 10 min • Cook Time: 8 min • Yield: 4 servings
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders (or chicken breasts cut into strips)
For the Marinade:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
🔥 Instructions
1. Make the Marinade
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
2. Marinate the Chicken
- Place chicken tenders in a zip-top bag or shallow dish.
- Pour marinade over the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
3. Preheat the Grill
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high (around 400°F / 200°C).
- Lightly oil the grill grates or pan.
4. Grill the Chicken
- Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess.
- Grill chicken for 3–4 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5. Rest & Serve
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with your favorite sides.
🌟 Tips & Customizations
- Add yogurt: For a creamier marinade, mix in 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt.
- Spicy version: Add extra red pepper flakes or cayenne for heat.
- Indoor option: Use a grill pan or broil the chicken if you don’t have an outdoor grill.
- Chicken swap: Chicken breasts or thighs work great — just adjust cooking time.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- In a pita wrap with tzatziki, lettuce, tomato & cucumber
- Over a Greek salad with feta, olives, and red onion
- With roasted veggies or Mediterranean rice
- Paired with dips like tzatziki, hummus, or baba ghanoush
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes, or grill again for 2–3 minutes per side.