Lemony Bliss: Quick Sauteed Chicken Tenders Recipe

Sauteed Lemon Chicken Tenders 🍋🍗

Overview:

• Name: Sauteed Lemon Chicken Tenders
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Description: Fast and easy, the lemony sauce really compliments the chicken. From the cookbook “Almost from Scratch” by Andrew Schloss.
• Category: Chicken
• Keywords: Poultry, Meat, < 30 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 242.2
• Fat: 5.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.1g
• Cholesterol: 98.8mg
• Sodium: 593.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 4.2g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Sugar: 1.7g
• Protein: 40.9g

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

   • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.

2. Sauteing Chicken:

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   • Place a large skillet over high heat until skillet is hot.
   • Add oil to skillet, then add chicken and onion.
   • Cook, stirring often, until chicken is browned; about 5 minutes.

3. Creating the Sauce:

   • Add the chicken broth to the skillet, stirring and scraping up the brown bits clinging to the pan.
   • Mix in the lemon marmalade and lemon peel.
   • Cook until the sauce is slightly thickened, approximately 10 minutes.

4. Finishing Touches:

   • Stir in lemon juice and chives.

Detailed Steps:

1. Begin by sprinkling your chicken tenders with the right amount of salt and pepper. This ensures they’re seasoned to perfection before hitting the heat!

2. Heat up a large skillet on high heat until it’s nice and hot. This step is crucial for that perfect sear! Once hot, add some oil to the skillet. You want enough to coat the bottom but not drown the chicken.

3. Next, add in your seasoned chicken tenders and the chopped onions to the hot skillet. Let them sizzle away, stirring occasionally, until the chicken gets that beautiful golden brown color. This usually takes about 5 minutes, but keep an eye on it!

4. Now, it’s time to build that amazing lemony sauce! Pour in the chicken broth, using it to deglaze the pan. Those brown bits stuck to the bottom? That’s pure flavor, so scrape them up!

5. Once the broth is bubbling away, add in the lemon marmalade. This adds a lovely sweetness that balances out the tartness of the lemon juice.

6. Grate in some lemon peel for that extra zesty kick! Let everything simmer together, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. This usually takes around 10 minutes, but again, keep an eye on it and adjust as needed.

7. Finally, finish off the dish with a splash of fresh lemon juice for that bright, citrusy flavor, and a sprinkle of chopped chives for a burst of freshness!

8. Serve up these Sauteed Lemon Chicken Tenders hot and fresh from the skillet. They’re perfect on their own or paired with your favorite sides. Enjoy the zingy, savory flavors that make this dish a winner for any night of the week!

Notes:

• This recipe is perfect for beginners, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish!
• The combination of lemon marmalade and fresh lemon juice gives this dish a tangy, zesty flavor that’s sure to impress.
• Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your liking. Add a bit more pepper for a kick or some extra chives for an herby twist!

Enjoy your meal! 🍽️✨