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Modified: Nov 24, 2021 · Published: Oct 20, 2019 by Charlotte · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

Best Grilled Chicken Tenders

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Grilled chicken tenders ready in under 30 minutes! Use our "secret ingredient" for the best grilled chicken strips to serve with salads, wraps or just dip in your fave sauce.  A top 10 low carb recipe your crew will love.

grilled chicken tenders in metal pan

This post updated November 2021 with new images, content and tips.

Grilled chicken tenders are a delicious way to include lower calorie yet flavorful meals the whole family will love. I cook a batch to have ready for meals throughout the week. Chop grilled chicken tenders to add to salads, tacos, sandwiches and more! I love how versatile they are and make meal planning so easy. Let's get started! 

How do you grill boneless chicken tenders?

When I grill tenders, I marinate them for several minutes, then season them while on the grill for even more flavor. I use a gas grill which helps speed up the entire process. If using a charcoal grill, just allow a few minutes extra for the charcoal to reach proper cooking temperature.

How long to grill?

The key to grilled chicken tenders is to avoid overcooking them. Chicken tenders are so thin, they cook in just a few minutes. I have best results when I cook them about 4-5 minutes on each side depending upon thickness.

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Why this recipe works:

  • Chicken tenderloins are marinated briefly in Korean bbq sauce which kicks the flavor up.
  • Extra flavor added with a bit of rotisserie seasoning.
  • Grilled for best tasting chicken strips.

Pro Tips:

  • Use chicken tenderloins for quickest cooking time.  Chicken breasts will take longer to cook but may be substituted.
  • Marinate your chicken tenders up to 24 hours ahead.  If time does not allow marinating, simply add marinate just prior to grilling.
  • Grill extra chicken strips to use during the week.  Makes a great salad topper or wrap filling.
  • No grill? Check out our Low Carb Skillet Chicken Tenders.

Steps for preparation:

  • weighing chicken tenders on kitchen scale
  • rotisserie seasoning and korean bbq sauce in small white bowls
  • raw chicken tenders in marinate
  • grilled chicken tenders on grill grate
  1. Start with about a pound or two of raw boneless chicken tenders. Trim any fat if desired.
  2. Add korean bbq sauce to tenders and make sure they are well coated. Place tenders back in refrigerator to marinate (this can be anywhere from 5 minutes to 30 minutes or more depending on how much time you have.)
  3. Heat the grill to medium high or hot enough so the chicken sizzles when placed on grill. Sprinkle the chicken with rotisserie seasoning. After about 4-5 minutes, or until grill marks form, flip chicken and season. Grill 4-5 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked when sliced. Avoid overcooking or the chicken will be dry!
  4. Remove chicken from grill and allow to set 4-5 minutes. This step helps to make sure the chicken will be juicy and tender.
grilled chicken tenders with graphic best grilled chicken tenders

Looking for more chicken tender ideas? Check out these low carb chicken recipes:

  • Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
  • Low Carb Chicken Alfredo
  • Low Carb Salsa Chicken
  • Low Carb Bruschetta Chicken

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grilled chicken tenders in metal pan

Best Grilled Chicken Tenders

Grilled chicken tenders ready in under 30 minutes! Use our "secret ingredient" for the best grilled chicken strips to serve with salads, wraps or just dip in your fave sauce.  A top 10 low carb recipe your crew will love.
4.59 from 12 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Diet: Diabetic, Low Calorie
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes minutes
Total Time: 24 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 209kcal
Author: Easyhealth Living

Ingredients

  • 1½ lb chicken tenders
  • 2 tablespoon Korean BBQ Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rotisserie seasoning
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Instructions

  • Combine chicken and sauce in a plastic bag.  Place in refrigerator and allow to marinate.
  • Prepare grill and place chicken tenders over direct heat.  (Or heat 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil in large skillet if cooking indoors instead of grill) 
  • Discard marinade. Sprinkle tenders with rotisserie seasoning. Grill (or skillet saute) tenders about 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. 

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Notes

Pro Tips:
  • Use chicken tenderloins for quickest cooking time.  Chicken breasts will take longer to cook but may be substituted.
  • Marinate your chicken tenders up to 24 hours ahead.  If time does not allow marinating, simply add marinate just prior to grilling.
  • Grill extra chicken strips to use during the week.  Makes a great salad topper or wrap filling.
Nutrition Facts
Best Grilled Chicken Tenders
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
209
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
0
g
0
%
Cholesterol
 
108
mg
36
%
Sodium
 
337
mg
14
%
Potassium
 
644
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0
g
0
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
36
g
72
%
Vitamin A
 
70
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
2.1
mg
3
%
Calcium
 
28
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1.1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. vartoug melkonian says

    June 23, 2022 at 4:26 am

    WHAT IS ROTISSERIE SEASONING?

    Reply
    • Charlotte says

      June 23, 2022 at 8:53 pm

      Rotisserie seasoning is the seasoning mixture used to make rotisserie chicken. If you are unable to find it, try googling it for a DIY recipe. Hope that helps!

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