Description
A simple and flavorful recipe for juicy pan-seared chicken breasts, seasoned to perfection and cooked until golden brown, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 110mg