Description
A delicious and comforting recipe for tenderized chicken breast, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- Pat your chicken dry with paper towels, drizzle olive oil over each breast, and rub it in to coat evenly. Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a large, oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little more olive oil. Once shimmering, carefully place the chicken in the skillet. Sear for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken over and transfer the skillet to your preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before garnishing with fresh herbs and serving.
Notes
Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken breast, comfort food, easy dinner, weeknight meal