Pan-Seared Chicken Recipe
Experience a symphony of flavors with this pan-seared chicken recipe. Juicy, tender chicken breasts seared to perfection create a delightful golden crust that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines simple ingredients with aromatic herbs, making it a quick yet elegant meal. Enjoy the satisfying crunch and tantalizing aroma that fills your kitchen as you prepare this versatile dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and sear for about 6-7 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and add fresh herbs around it. Cook for another 6-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in butter until melted, then return the chicken to coat in sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg