Pan-Seared Chicken
Pan-seared chicken is a delightful dish that combines the perfect sear with juicy, tender meat. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also versatile enough to impress your guests or satisfy a busy weeknight dinner. With a rich sauce made from garlic, fresh herbs, and lemon juice, every bite bursts with flavor. Let’s dive into this quick culinary adventure!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by patting the chicken dry and chopping the garlic and herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt and pepper; place in the hot skillet.
- Sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then add garlic and herbs for the last minute.
- Remove chicken and set aside; pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in butter until melted, then return chicken to the pan and let it soak in the sauce for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg