Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Zesty Southwest Baked Chicken Tenderloins, a dish that combines juicy chicken with a bold blend of spices. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these tenderloins are quick to prepare and sure to impress. Served alongside fresh veggies and a sprinkle of cilantro, this meal is not just delicious but visually appealing as well. Get ready to savor every bite of this flavorful feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken tenderloins to ensure they bake crispy.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each tenderloin thoroughly with the seasoning mix.
- Place seasoned tenderloins on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Once baked, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 90mg