Description
Learn how to make a delicious Pan Seared Chicken Breast with crispy skin and juicy meat. This easy stovetop recipe is perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Serving:
- lemon wedges and chopped parsley for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry and season with mixed spices.
- Sear Chicken: Heat oil and butter, sear chicken until golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Let chicken rest, then slice and serve with lemon and parsley.
Notes
- For juicier chicken, consider brining in salt water before cooking.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, rice, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
