Description
Savor the simplicity of succulent boneless skinless chicken breasts, seasoned to perfection and cooked in just 15 minutes—ideal for quick dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Your favorite seasonings (e.g., paprika, Italian herbs)
Instructions
- Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken, then sprinkle salt, pepper, and chosen seasonings on both sides.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add a splash of olive oil.
- Cook seasoned chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Optional: Add garlic or fresh herbs during the last few minutes for extra flavor.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Brining the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking enhances juiciness. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Experiment with marinades like honey mustard or lemon garlic for varied flavors.