Pan-Seared Chicken Tenderloin
Learn how to cook chicken tenderloins with this recipe. A simple combination of seasonings, olive oil, and lemon juice makes these chicken tenderloins delicious!
Ingredients
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4 chicken tenderloins
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4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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2 teaspoons paprika, or more to taste
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2 teaspoons garlic powder, or more to taste
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2 teaspoons onion powder, or more to taste
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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½ lemon, juiced
Description
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Place chicken tenderloins in a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper; stir to coat. Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, and chili powder. Toss thoroughly with tongs or a spoon.
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Heat remaining olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
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Place chicken in hot oil and cook, covered, for 6 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over chicken. Flip and cook until a dark, crispy crust forms, about 6 more minutes.