Sauteed Chicken Breasts

These Sauteed Chicken Breasts are tender, juicy and easy to make in just a few simple steps. They’re absolutely perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

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Equipment

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
2 ½ Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the chicken breasts in half to create two thinner cutlets. Or you can simply purchase thin-cut chicken breasts.
Mix the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and black pepper together in a small bowl.
Drizzle ½ Tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken breasts (on a cutting board or in a bowl) and rub the oil in on both sides. Now generously rub the seasoning all over the front and back of the chicken breasts.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the skillet is hot add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side. If you notice your skillet is getting a little too hot, reduce the heat to medium-low. This will allow the chicken breasts to cook all the way through without burning too quickly.
Once the chicken is browned on both sides, check the internal temperature at the thickest part of the breast to make sure they are done with a meat thermometer. Internal temperature should be 165°F.
Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and set aside. Allow the chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 10gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 649mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2g

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American