Easy Chicken in a Skillet
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Easy Chicken in a Skillet recipe—an irresistible one-pan wonder that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are seared to perfection, then enveloped in a luscious garlic-butter sauce infused with zesty lemon juice, bold paprika, and fragrant Italian seasoning. This quick and flavorful dish is perfect for busy households, offering a comforting meal with minimal cleanup. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or vibrant steamed vegetables for a complete and satisfying dinner. Simple yet sophisticated, this skillet chicken recipe is ideal for both casual family meals and impressive dinner parties!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnishing)
Instructions
Begin by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the chicken generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium-low and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to slightly reduce.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes to reheat the chicken and allow it to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the chicken with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot with your preferred sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 796 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 55.2 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 540 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
