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Roasted Ginger-Lemon Chicken Tenders

Lean chicken breast tenders get a punchy WA-season friendly ginger-citrus profile, then roast quickly for tender slices that can top salads, grain bowls, or veg plates without tasting repetitive.

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Ingredients

  • Boneless skinless chicken breast tenders 1.5 lb $8.49/lb
  • Ginger root or peeled ginger 1 tablespoon grated $4.99/lb or $3.99 per 4 oz
  • Fresh lemons 1 lemon, zested and juiced $4.99 per 2 lb bag
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced $1.50 each
  • Green onions 2, sliced $1.50 each
  • Oil, salt, black pepper as needed pantry

Instructions

  1. Prep 1.5 lb Draper Valley Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Tenders at $8.49/lb by patting dry. Grate 1 tablespoon Ginger Root at $4.99/lb or use peeled ginger at $3.99 per 4 oz. Zest and juice 1 lemon from the Kroger Fresh Lemons Bag at $4.99 per 2 lb bag. Mince 2 cloves Garlic from 1 bulb at $1.50 each. Slice 2 Green Onions at $1.50 each.
  2. Heat the oven to 425°F. In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon grated ginger, the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Toss the 1.5 lb chicken breast tenders in the ginger-lemon mixture and let sit for 10 minutes while the oven heats.
  4. Arrange the 1.5 lb marinated chicken tenders on a parchment-lined sheet pan in a single layer. Roast for 12 to 15 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Rest the roasted chicken tenders for 5 minutes, then slice and toss with the 2 sliced green onions.
  6. Cool and portion for the week. Great with roasted carrots, cabbage slaw, or potatoes.

Cook time: 35 minutes

Estimated cost: $11-14

Health notes: About 220-260 calories per serving, high in lean protein and lower in saturated fat than darker cuts. Great for balanced lunch prep.

Drink pairing: For a dinner application, go with Sauvignon Blanc or dry Riesling.

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