Description
Transform your dinner experience with this delightful Garlic Lemon Chicken Tenderloin Scampi. Perfectly sautéed chicken tenderloins are bathed in a rich, buttery wine sauce, elevated by the tang of fresh lemon and aromatic Italian seasoning. Topped with parmesan and parsley, every bite promises a taste of luxury.
Ingredients
– 1 lb of chicken tenderloin
– 1 tablespoon of pure olive oil
– 2 tablespoons of garlic, finely chopped
– 1 1/2 cups of white wine, some prefer a sweet wine
– 1/2 fresh lemon, juice only
– 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
– 1/2 cup of softened butter
– 1 tablespoon of parsley, chopped
– 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt to taste
– Black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Saute the garlic until it is tender.
3. Add the chicken tenderloin and cook until they are just golden, 4-5 minutes per side. Do not overcook as they will continue cooking in the oven.
4. Remove the tenderloins from the skillet and arrange them in a baking dish.
5. Using the same skillet, add the white wine, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 7-10 minutes or until it reduces by half.
6. Slowly add chunks of the softened butter, stirring well to incorporate into the sauce. Once all the butter is melted, pour the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish.
7. Sprinkle the tenderloin with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the tenderloins are cooked through and the cheese is melted.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.