Here’s a simple, juicy, foolproof chicken breast recipe you can use as a base for anything 🍗✨
🍗 Perfect Pan-Seared Chicken Breast
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for finishing)
🔥 Instructions
1. Prep the Chicken
- Pat dry with paper towels (this helps browning).
- If thick, pound to even thickness for even cooking.
- Rub with oil and season both sides evenly.
2. Sear
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add a little oil if needed.
- Cook chicken 5–7 minutes on first side without moving it.
3. Flip & Finish
- Flip and cook another 5–7 minutes.
- Add butter to the pan during the last minute and spoon over the top.
4. Check Doneness
- Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
5. Rest
- Let rest 5 minutes before slicing (keeps it juicy).
🍽️ Ways to Use It
- Slice over salad
- Add to pasta
- Make sandwiches or wraps
- Serve with roasted vegetables or rice
🔥 Want a Specific Style?
I can give you:
- Garlic butter chicken
- Creamy Tuscan chicken
- Lemon herb baked version
- Air fryer version
- BBQ grilled version
- Crispy breaded chicken
Tell me how you want it — quick, creamy, spicy, healthy, etc.
