Zesty Pan Fried Chicken
Elevate weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavor-packed Zesty Pan Fried Chicken recipe. Featuring tender, golden-brown chicken breasts infused with a tangy marinade of lemon, lime, garlic, and a hint of honey, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and citrusy. A sprinkle of paprika and ground cumin adds a touch of warmth, while fresh cilantro brightens each bite. Quick to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes, this skillet-seared chicken is ideal for busy evenings yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve it with your favorite sides for a wholesome and satisfying meal the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Cover each piece with plastic wrap and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound them to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the chicken breasts to the bowl, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil to the pan to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in the hot skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes on the first side, without moving them, to achieve a golden-brown sear.
Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-8 minutes on the other side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a plate for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Garnish the chicken with the chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.8 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 617 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.5 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 533 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.
