Easy Thin Cut Chicken Breast Recipe
A 15-minute recipe for perfectly seasoned thin cut chicken breasts, pan-seared until golden and juicy. Simple, delicious, and impossible to mess up!
Print Pin Servings: 4
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $9.58
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan (12-inch recommended)
- Instant-read meat thermometer
- Paper towels
- Tongs for flipping
- Meat mallet (if needed for evening out thickness)
Ingredients
- 4 thin cut chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels
- Mix garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
- Season both sides of chicken with spice mixture
- Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat
- Cook chicken 3-4 minutes on first side until golden
- Flip, add butter, cook 2-3 minutes more
- Remove when internal temperature reaches 165°F
- Rest 2-3 minutes before serving
- Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges
Notes
- Don't overcrowd the pan
- Let chicken come to room temperature before cooking
- Use meat thermometer for perfect doneness
- Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal | Protein: 26g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 408mg | Potassium: 320mg