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Southwest Baked Chicken Tenderloins: Your Ultimate Guide to Flavorful, Juicy, and Easy Weeknight Chicken

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  • Author: Effie Johnson

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken tenderloins

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon taco or southwest seasoning

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • Optional: chopped cilantro


Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F.
2️⃣ Toss chicken with olive oil and seasoning. Arrange on baking sheet.
3️⃣ Bake for 15–18 minutes, then sprinkle with cheese and bake another 2–3 minutes.
4️⃣ Garnish with cilantro if desired.