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cast iron chicken tenderloins

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Debbie Sue
@DSNjustpinchme
Southwest, FL

It doesn't get much easier than this! We enjoy these chicken tenderloins served for dinner with sides. Leftovers are delicious when served on a bed of greens for lunch the next day! Enjoy!

(1 rating)
yield 2 to 3
method Pan Fry

Ingredients For cast iron chicken tenderloins

  • 1 lb
    chicken tenderloins
  • 2 Tbsp
    light olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper
  • 1/4 tsp
    garlic powder
  • (I GO LIGHT ON THE GARLIC POWDER, 1/4 TSP, ADD MORE IF YOU LIKE!)

How To Make cast iron chicken tenderloins

  • Spices in a bowl.
    1
    Mix all the spices together in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Tendons removed.
    2
    Prepare the chicken tenderloins by removing the white tendon carefully with a sharp knife.
  • Chicken coated with oil and spices.
    3
    In a bowl coat the chicken with the olive oil. Sprinkle the spice mixture on all sides of the chicken. Turn until well coated.
  • In the cast iron.
    4
    Heat a cast iron pan on medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 3 minutes. The chicken will start to brown, and the inside will start to turn white. Flip the chicken pieces and cook for 3 more minutes. Chicken is done when internal temp reaches 165 degrees. DO NOT OVER COOK!
  • Plate and serve!
    5
    These chicken tenderloins are moist and delicious! Serve as a main dish with your choice of sides. Great in salads too!
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