Grilled, Blackened Or Fried Chicken Recipe
tenderloins served with your choice of two sides
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Ingredients
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Chicken Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preparation of Chicken
In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken tenderloins to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- 3
Cooking Methods
You can choose to grill, blacken, or fry the chicken tenderloins. For grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through. For blackening, heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat and cook the tenderloins for 3-4 minutes on each side. For frying, heat oil in a skillet and fry the tenderloins for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 4
Serve
Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Pair with your choice of two sides.
