Learn how to cook chicken tenderloins with this recipe. A simple combination of seasonings, olive oil, and lemon juice makes these chicken tenderloins delicious!
Ingredients
- 4 chickens tenderloins
- 4 tablespoons olive oil , divided
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons paprika , or more to taste
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder , or more to taste
- 2 teaspoons onion powder , or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ lemon , juiced
Instructions
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1
Place chicken tenderloins in a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper; stir to coat. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, and chili powder. Toss thoroughly with tongs or a spoon.
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2
Heat remaining olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
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3
Place chicken in hot oil and cook, covered, for 6 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over chicken. Flip and cook until a dark, crispy crust forms, about 6 more minutes.
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