Here’s a versatile chicken breast recipe—juicy, flavorful, and easy to adapt 🍗
Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, or parsley)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken
- Pat chicken breasts dry.
- Season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on Stovetop (Sautéed/Seared)
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional: Add a few sprigs of herbs and 1 clove crushed garlic to the pan for extra flavor.
- Rest & Serve
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Serve with vegetables, rice, pasta, or in sandwiches/salads.
Tips & Variations
- Oven-baked: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side in an oven-safe pan, then bake 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
- Stuffed: Slice pocket in breast and stuff with cheese, spinach, or mushrooms before cooking.
- Marinated: Marinate in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Creamy option: After cooking, make a quick pan sauce with chicken broth, cream, and mustard.
If you want, I can give a quick 20-minute skillet garlic butter chicken breast recipe that’s juicy and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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