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Copycat Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenderloins

Name: Copycat Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenderloins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 lbs. chicken tenderloins; 1 cup Italian dressing (Olive Garden brand); 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp lime juice (bottled or fresh); 2 tbsp parsley (chopped, optionally to garnish)

6 servings

servings

15 minutes

active time

1 hour 25 minutes

total time

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Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil

2 lbs. chicken tenderloins

1 cup Italian dressing (Olive Garden brand)

2 tbsp honey

1 tbsp lime juice (bottled or fresh)

2 tbsp parsley (chopped, optionally to garnish)

Directions

In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the Italian dressing, lime juice, and the honey until well combined. Set aside.

Using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, clip any thick portions of the tendon off of each chicken tenderloin, if necessary.

Place chicken tenderloins into a gallon ziplock bag. Add the marinade, making sure each piece is covered. Marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour.

Remove tenders from the marinade to a paper towel lined plate. Gently pat excess liquid off the tenders. Removing excess liquid will help you get a good color and sear.

Add olive oil to a non-stick skillet and heat to medium-high. You want the skillet to be on the hotter side to achieve a good sear. Add the chicken tenders in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the skillet. You may need to cook in two batches.

Cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes on one side without disturbing; or until seared and deep golden in color. Flip, and cook an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side. Cook the chicken tenders (continuing to flip) until the internal temperature of the chicken is 165 F when tested with a digital meat thermometer. Cooking times might vary slightly depending on your stove, the size of the tenders, and the pan you are using. These usually cook and become dark golden in color for me pretty quickly, about 5-7 minutes total.

Remove tenders to a plate and cover with foil. Let them rest about 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, optional.

Nutrition

Serving Size

Calories

289 kcal

Total Fat

12 g

Saturated Fat

2 g

Unsaturated Fat

6 g

Trans Fat

0.05 g

Cholesterol

97 mg

Sodium

565 mg

Total Carbohydrate

11 g

Dietary Fiber

0.1 g

Total Sugars

10 g

Protein

32 g