🇬🇷🍗 Crispy Greek Chicken Tenders
These Crispy Greek Chicken Tenders are juicy on the inside and perfectly crunchy on the outside, coated with Mediterranean herbs, garlic, and lemon. They’re lighter than fried chicken but packed with bold Greek flavors—perfect for dinner, wraps, or dipping in creamy tzatziki. 🌿
🥣 Ingredients
For the Chicken
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500 g chicken tenders or chicken breast cut into strips
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1 cup Greek yogurt
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon paprika
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Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Crispy Coating
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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2 tablespoons olive oil
👩🍳 Instructions
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Marinate the chicken
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken tenders and coat well. Let marinate 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the fridge). -
Prepare coating
In another bowl combine:-
panko breadcrumbs
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Parmesan
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oregano
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garlic powder
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Preheat oven
Heat oven to 200°C / 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -
Coat the chicken
Remove chicken from marinade and press each piece into the breadcrumb mixture. -
Bake
Place on the baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and bake 18–22 minutes until golden and crispy. -
Optional extra crisp
Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crunch.
🥒 Simple Tzatziki Dip (Optional)
Mix together:
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1 cup Greek yogurt
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½ grated cucumber (squeezed dry)
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and fresh dill
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Serve with tzatziki sauce
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Add to pita wraps with lettuce and tomatoes
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Pair with Greek salad or roasted vegetables
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Serve with lemon wedges
✨ Why You’ll Love It
✔ Crispy without deep frying
✔ High in protein
✔ Mediterranean herbs and flavors
✔ Family-friendly and meal-prep friendly
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I cook these in an air fryer?
Yes! Air fry at 190°C / 375°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
Q: Can I make them gluten-free?
Use gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of panko.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Q: How do I reheat them?
Reheat in the oven or air fryer to keep them crispy.
⭐ Tip: Add a little lemon zest to the breadcrumbs for an even brighter Greek flavor.
