Lemon-Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders
Lemon-Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders bring together juicy, seasoned chicken with a velvety mushroom sauce brightened by fresh lemon and dill. The balance of citrus and herbs against a light, creamy base makes each bite fresh yet comforting. Serve for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed gathering when you want something elegant without fuss.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lemon-Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle the mixture over both sides of the chicken tenders.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken tenders and sear until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and loosely tent with foil.
- 3
Lower the heat to medium and melt the butter in the skillet. Add the mushrooms and onion and cook until the mushrooms begin to brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Whisk the half-and-half, chicken broth, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons dill, and cornstarch together in a medium bowl; pour into the skillet. Stir until the sauce slightly thickens, about 3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low, return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan. Simmer until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 4 to 5 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of dill over the chicken, and serve with lemon wedges.
- Calories 254.85 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 25.57 g Good Source 51%
- Carbohydrate 13.37 g 5%
- Total Fat 10.07 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 2.94 g Moderate 15%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 53.21 mg Moderate 18%
- Sodium 298.44 mg Moderate 13%
- Dietary Fiber 2.01 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 4.89 g --
- Added Sugars 1.35 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 64.99 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 0.69 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 137.15 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 14.75 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.09 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lemon Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders is made with 16 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Butter, Chicken Tenderloin, Cornstarch, and Diced Onion. Each serving provides about 254.85 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lemon-Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Chicken Tenderloin, Cornstarch, Diced Onion, Fresh Dill. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lemon-Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 254.85 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lemon-Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Lemon-Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders healthy?
- Lemon-Dill Mushroom Cream Chicken Tenders has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 254.85 calories and 25.57 g of protein, or 51% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 298.44 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.94 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Corn, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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