Pan Seared Chicken Breast Recipe

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • ½ cup white wine
  • ⅓ cup low sodium chicken broth

EQUIPMENT

  • Cast Iron Skillet (optional)
  • Instant-Read Thermometer (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound the meat to even thickness.4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Combine the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning in a small dish.1 teaspoon kosher salt,½ teaspoon garlic powder,½ teaspoon onion powder,½ teaspoon ground paprika,½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Rub 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the seasoning into the chicken breasts.3 tablespoons olive oilseasoned chicken breasts before cooking
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large heavy-bottomed frying pan set over medium heat.
  • Once heated, place the chicken breasts in pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until the chicken is browned. Do this in 2 batches, adding in more oil if needed.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan and pour in the wine and chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.½ cup white wine,⅓ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • Turn up the heat until the mixture bubbles, then reduce to a simmer.
  • Place the chicken breasts back in the pan, and cook the chicken, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Uncover the pan and let the chicken cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.chicken breasts searing in a cast iron skillet
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

NOTES

  • Use a heavy-bottomed pan, such as a cast iron skillet
  • Properly cooked seared chicken should be firm and the juices should run clear when it is cut. It should register 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Storage: Store pan seared chicken breast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.


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