Description
Pan seared chicken is a culinary delight that combines crispy, golden skin with juicy, tender meat. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights and will impress your family or guests with its rich flavors and mouthwatering aroma. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a memorable meal everyone will love. Serve it alongside your favorite sides or toss it into salads for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil until shimmering.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Sear the chicken in the hot skillet for 6-7 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken using tongs and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet, then deglaze the pan with lemon juice and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg