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Juicy Stove Top Chicken Breasts Recipe

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This Juicy Stove Top Chicken Breasts recipe delivers perfectly seasoned, tender, and flavorful chicken cooked quickly on the stovetop. Using a simple blend of spices and finishing with butter, this dish is ideal for a healthy and delicious weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)

Seasoning

  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh ground pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika

Cooking

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil, divided
  • Cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

Instructions

  1. Prepare the skillet and oil: Heat 1-1/2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large 10-inch or 12-inch skillet.
  2. Pat chicken dry: Use paper towels to thoroughly dry the chicken breasts to ensure a good sear.
  3. Apply oil and season: Drizzle a little oil over each chicken breast or spray with cooking spray, then rub it evenly all over. In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly on both sides of each chicken breast.
  4. Cook first batch: Add 2 seasoned chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook without moving them for 5 to 7 minutes to develop a golden crust.
  5. Flip and add butter: Turn the chicken breasts over, add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the skillet, swirl it around to melt and coat the chicken, then continue cooking for about 7 more minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, adjusting time based on thickness.
  6. Rest first batch: Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet, cover to keep warm.
  7. Cook second batch: Repeat the same steps (cooking, flipping, butter addition) for the remaining 2 chicken breasts.
  8. Rest and serve: Transfer all cooked chicken breasts to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving, which helps retain juiciness.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
  • Resting chicken after cooking allows juices to redistribute, making it more tender and juicy.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste preference or add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
  • Can be served with a side of vegetables, rice, or salad for a complete meal.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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