Description
These Kid-Friendly Greek Yogurt Chicken Tenders are a simple and delicious meal perfect for busy parents. They’re quick to make, packed with flavor, and a hit with even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch thick tenders
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken tenders to the yogurt mixture, tossing to coat evenly. Make sure each piece is well covered.
- In a shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese (if using).
- One by one, remove each chicken tender from the yogurt mixture, letting any excess drip off. Dredge the tender in the panko mixture, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs stick.
- Place the coated tenders in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy. Flip halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Serve warm with your kids’ favorite dipping sauces, like ketchup, honey mustard, or extra Greek yogurt.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the yogurt mixture for at least 30 minutes, or even overnight in the refrigerator.
- If your kids prefer a less prominent Greek yogurt flavor, reduce the amount slightly or add a touch more lemon juice to brighten it.
- These tenders are great for meal prep. Cook them ahead of time and reheat gently in the oven or air fryer for quick meals.
- You can easily double this recipe to feed a larger family or to have leftovers for lunch the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 tenders
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg