Chimichurri Chicken

Chicken tenders for a crowd bake quickly in the oven, with fresh, herby flavor from chimichurri.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 253 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves
• 1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
• 3 pounds chicken tenders
• 0.5 cup olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.5 cup chopped green onion (including green tops)
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeds and membranes removed, diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch sheet pan with parchment or aluminum foil; set aside.

Step 2

Combine parsley, oregano, garlic, green onions, and jalapeño in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse just a few times to break up the parsley and combine the ingredients. Place processed vegetables in a small bowl; stir in vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Place chicken tenders in a single layer on the prepared pan. Lightly season with salt and pepper; sprinkle smoked paprika evenly over the tenders. Spoon half of the chimichurri evenly over the tenders. Reserve remaining half of chimichurri, covered, in the refrigerator to use later.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 18 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Step 5

Serve tenders with reserved chimichurri sauce.