Chicken tenderloins marinated in yogurt, tomato paste and thyme and baked until juicy. A high-protein, gluten-free and easy main dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Crush the garlic. In a large bowl mix the yogurt, olive oil, tomato paste, garlic, salt, pepper flakes, thyme and black pepper.
- 2
Coat the chicken tenderloins in the marinade, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 200 °C. Arrange the tenderloins in a single layer, spaced apart, on a parchment-lined tray.
- 4
Bake at 200 °C for 18-22 minutes; turn on the top grill for the last 3-4 minutes to lightly char the edges.
- 5
Rest for 5 minutes and serve hot.
Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 292 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbs | 3 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
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