Lemon Pepper Chicken Fingers | Paleo

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These lemon pepper barbecue chicken fingers are packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Get your fingers on this delicious recipe today!

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Grilled chicken fingers, lemon pepper chicken, Lemon Pepper Chicken Fingers, paleo chicken breast

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 6

Servings

Calories 192kcal

Cost $10

Preheat the BBQ grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it reaches a temperature of at least 375°F.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of extra-virgin olive oil, 4 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice (equivalent to the juice from 1 lemon), and the finely grated zest of 2 lemons to create a marinade.
4 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoon lemon zest, ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Reserve ¼ cup of marinade and set aside. Thread each of the 20 chicken breast tenders onto its own small wooden skewer and dip each one into the remaining three-quarters of the marinade to coat.
2 lb chicken breast tenders
Generously season the coated chicken tenders with black pepper and 1 teaspoon of sea salt, increasing the amount to taste.
1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper
On the preheated grill, place the skewers and cook, covered, for approximately 3 minutes on each side until well browned and beginning to char in spots.
When done, transfer the chicken tender skewers to a serving platter and then drizzle the reserved marinade over the chicken. Serve hot.

This can also be made with chicken thighs if you prefer.
When using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for 30 minutes before assembling to grill.
These can also be cooked in a skillet or indoor electric grill if desired.