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Mediterranean Chicken Tenders Recipe

A quick and delicious recipe packed with bold Mediterranean flavors like feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and juicy tomatoes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup little tomatoes (grape, cherry, etc.) (cut into halves)
  • 1/3 cup Kalamata olives
  • 1 tablespoon capers (drained)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach (packed)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step 1: Prep the Chicken
  1. Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to make 4 thinner cutlets. Season both sides of each cutlet with salt, pepper, dried oregano, and garlic powder.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Step 3: Build the Sauce
  1. Lower the heat to medium. Stir garlic, white wine (or chicken broth), little tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and capers into the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for 3–4 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften slightly. Add extra broth if the sauce reduces too quickly.
Step 4: Finish & Serve
  1. Add the fresh spinach and crumbled feta to the skillet and stir gently until the spinach wilts. Return the cooked chicken along with its juices to the pan, warming everything through for 1–2 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed before serving immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh feta cheese and high-quality olive oil. Serve with fluffy rice or quinoa for a complete meal. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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