🍗 Crispy Greek Chicken Tenders

Crispy • Herby • High-protein • Mediterranean comfort food

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🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

Chicken Marinade

• 1 kg (2 lbs) chicken tenders or sliced chicken breasts

• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3–4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 1 ½ tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

Crispy Coating

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crispiness)

• ½ cup crushed cornflakes OR crushed pita chips (very Mediterranean & crunchy!)

• ½ tsp oregano

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• 2–3 tbsp grated Parmesan or crumbled feta (optional but amazing)

For Baking / Air Frying

• Olive oil spray

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🔪 Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken

1. In a bowl, mix:

   • Greek yogurt

   • olive oil

   • garlic

   • lemon juice + zest

   • oregano, paprika

   • salt & pepper

2. Add chicken tenders and coat well.

3. Let marinate at least 20 minutes, or up to 8 hours for more flavor.

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2. Prepare the Crispy Coating

In a shallow bowl, combine:

• breadcrumbs

• crushed cornflakes (or pita chips)

• oregano

• garlic powder

• paprika

• Parmesan/feta (optional)

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3. Coat the Chicken

1. Remove chicken from the marinade.

2. Press each tender into the coating mixture, covering all sides.

3. Place on a baking sheet or air fryer basket.

4. Spray lightly with olive oil for maximum crunch.

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4. Cook

Oven

• Preheat to 220°C / 425°F.

• Bake 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.

Air Fryer

• 200°C / 400°F

• Air fry 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.

Chicken should be golden, crispy, and fully cooked.

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🍋 Serve With

• Homemade tzatziki

• Lemon wedges

• Greek village salad (tomato, cucumber, feta)

• Roasted potatoes with oregano

• Warm pita bread

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✨ Optional Mediterranean Variations

• Add za’atar to the coating

• Coat in sesame seeds for a Middle Eastern crunch

• Swap paprika for smoked paprika

• Add fresh dill to the marinade