Tasty Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Tasty Chicken recipe! Featuring tender chicken breasts seasoned with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and a touch of garlic, this dish is a beautiful balance of smoky, zesty, and savory flavors. Pan-seared to golden perfection and finished in a tangy lemon and chicken broth sauce, this 40-minute recipe is as quick as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, it’s a versatile dish that pairs wonderfully with rice, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this skillet chicken recipe is easy to make, irresistibly tasty, and sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch, to ensure even cooking.
In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts, coating them evenly.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and deglaze the skillet by adding the chicken broth and lemon juice. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly. Add the chicken back into the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top.
Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of side dishes, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.6 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3156 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 217.0 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*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.
