Description
Learn how to make a delicious pan-seared chicken breast with a golden crust, juicy interior, and flavorful seasoning. This stovetop recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for a satisfying meal.
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 onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Garnish:
- optional fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary) for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry, pound to even thickness if needed.
- Season Chicken: Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Season chicken evenly.
- Sear Chicken: Heat oil in skillet, sear chicken for 5–6 minutes. Flip, add butter, cook for 5–7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and Garnish: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add lemon juice or white wine to the pan during cooking.
- Serve with rice, salad, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
