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Pan-Seared Thin Sliced Chicken Breast


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low-carb

Description

A quick, flavorful dish of tender chicken slices seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and herbs, perfect for weeknight meals.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Chicken Filet, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ½ tsp dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken slices in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside; deglaze the pan with lemon juice, broth, and thyme.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and cook for another minute.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra juiciness, pound the chicken to an even thickness before cooking. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Protein
  • Method: Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 380 mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 115 mg

Keywords: chicken, quick dinner, weeknight, pan-seared