Description
Grilled Keto Chicken Tenders are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings together the bold flavors of pesto and Dijon mustard, ensuring every bite is succulent and satisfying. These tender strips of chicken are marinated for maximum flavor, making them perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can enjoy a low-carb meal that’s not only healthy but also kid-friendly. Serve them alongside your favorite dipping sauces, in salads, or within lettuce wraps for a versatile dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins
- ¾ cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons pesto sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon monkfruit or sweetener of choice
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, Dijon mustard, pesto sauce, minced garlic, sweetener, kosher salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken tenderloins to the marinade, cover the bowl, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (up to 6 hours). Remove from the fridge and let it come to room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- While waiting for the chicken to warm up, pour any leftover marinade into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat for about one minute.
- Preheat your grill to high heat then reduce it to medium before placing the chicken on the grill grates.
- Grill the chicken for about 3-5 minutes per side while brushing with leftover marinade every 30 seconds until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ pound (227g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 970mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 145mg