oven fried chicken tenders (diabetic-friendly)

Lubbock, TX
Updated on Mar 16, 2012

OVEN FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS - DIABETIC FRIENDLY These crispy tenders fulfill your old-fashoned fried chicken craving... NUTRIENTS PER SERVING: Makes 6 (4 oz.) servings Calories: 244 Calories from Fat: 28% Total Fat: 7g Saturated Fat: 3 Cholesterol: 83mg. Sodium: 483mg. Carbs: 15g Fiber: 1g Total Net Carbs: 14g Protein: 28g DIETARY EXCHANGES: 1 Starch 3 Lean Meat ***Delicious Diabetic Recipes by: Holly Clegg

prep time 1 Hr 20 Min
cook time 45 Min
method ---
yield 6 (4-oz. ) servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt (greek yogurt preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders
  • 1 cup italian bread crumbs, or any flavor can be used
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

How To Make oven fried chicken tenders (diabetic-friendly)

  • Step 1
    IN: Large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and oregano. ADD: Chicken and coat well. MARINATE: Covered, 1 hour or time permitted (can marinate overnight).
  • Step 2
    PREHEAT: Oven to 350 degrees F. LINE: Baking pan with foil and coat with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Step 3
    PLACE: Bread crumbs in shallow bowl. COAT: Chicken tenders with bread crumb mixture. PLACE: On prepared baking sheet or refrigerate until ready to cook.
  • Step 4
    DRIZZLE: Chicken with butter. BAKE: 45 minutes or until tender and golden brown. ***Use any leftover chicken for a salad topping or sandwich the next day.

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