Traeger Grilled Chicken Tenders Recipe
Make the best Traeger chicken tenders with a simple spice rub and wood-fired flavor. Quick to cook, kid-friendly, and perfect for easy dinners all week long. A fast, healthy protein for busy nights.
Ingredients
- 1 large package chicken tenders, around 2lb
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp granulated garlic
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
Instructions
- Turn the Traeger on to smoke and leave the lid open for 5 minutes to start the smoke. Set your Traeger temperature to 375 degrees F and close the lid to allow it to preheat. This is the sweet spot for cooking chicken tenders so they stay moist while developing a golden exterior.
- Place chicken tenders in a large bowl (or a large ziplock bag). Drizzle with EVOO and sprinkle on sea salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, smoked paprika, and cumin. Toss until evenly coated with the marinade ingredients.
- Arrange chicken tenders directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness – chicken is safe and juicy at 165 degrees F internal temperature, measured at the thickest part. Let tenders rest for 3–5 minutes before serving. This locks in juices and keeps the chicken extra tender.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 32g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 97mg, Sodium: 564mg, Potassium: 578mg, Fiber: 0.2g, Sugar: 0.1g, Vitamin A: 144IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 12mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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