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Chilli Chicken Tenderloins

Using pantry ingredients, this spicy, tangy chicken recipe will become a family favourite – much healthier than takeaway!
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Ratings: 5 from 1 votes
Courses: , ,
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Description

The chicken needs to marinade for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Ingredients
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 shallot/eschallot, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 60 ml olive oil
  • 12 chicken tenderloins
Instructions
  1. 1

    Combine the chilli, paprika, shallot, salt, pepper and oil in a mortar and pestle and grind into a paste. Place chicken in a bowl with the marinade and toss well to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat gas barbecue to medium heat.

  3. 3

    Place chicken tenderloins over direct heat on barbecue, cooking for 3 minutes on each side until chicken reaches 73°C/160°F in centre.

  4. 4

    Serve with chicken wraps or tortillas and salad vegetables.  

Note

Alternatively, bake in the oven at 180°C/350°F for 20 minutes.

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