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Juicy Pan Seared Chicken Breast (With Perfect Seasoning).

Juicy Pan Seared Chicken Breast (With Perfect Seasoning)

Julia
Juicy pan-seared chicken breast with perfect seasoning and a flavorful honey garlic sauce. A quick, easy, and delicious recipe for busy weeknights!
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Servings 3 servings
Calories 245 kcal

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INGREDIENTS
  

  • 1 ½ tablespoons cooking oil, avocado or olive oil
  • 14 ounces chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • 1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced (optional)
  • fresh parsley, for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Prepare the chicken: With a sharp knife slice the top of the chicken breast into criss-cross pattern. Season all sides with salt and pepper.
    14 ounces chicken breast
  • Coat in flour: Lightly dip the chicken in flour, shaking off any excess.
    2 tablespoon flour
  • Sear the chicken: Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
    1 ½ tablespoons cooking oil
  • Add sauce ingredients: Reduce the heat and butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, lemon juice, and ginger (if using) to the skillet.
    1 garlic clove, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon ginger, 2 tablespoons butter
  • Simmer: Stir everything together, cover with a lid, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, flipping the chicken just once.
  • Serve: Enjoy with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or salad, and garnish with fresh parsley.
    fresh parsley

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NOTES

  • To Store. Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To Freeze. Freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Reheat after thawing in the refrigerator. Whisk and reheat some extra sauce to freshen the chicken.
  • To Make Ahead. You can prep the chicken in advance by seasoning and coating with flour and then cook the next day.
  • To Reheat. Reheat chicken in a skillet over low heat, adding a little water or chicken broth to keep it moist.

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NUTRITION

Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 29gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 489mgPotassium: 516mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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