Juicy Tender Chicken Breasts (on the stovetop)
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
13 mins
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Total Time
38 mins
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Servings
4 6-ounce servings
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Calories
193 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Juicy Tender Chicken Breasts (on the stovetop)
Description
The Juicy Tender Chicken Breasts recipe starts by combining garlic salt, sugar, paprika, Italian seasoning, and black pepper into a rub that infuses the chicken with balanced savory and mildly sweet notes along with aromatic herbs. After patting the chicken dry and coating it generously with the rub, the breasts rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes, helping the seasoning penetrate and promoting even cooking.
Cooking occurs in a heated combination of butter and olive oil to create a flavorful, slightly crisp exterior. The chicken breasts are seared for several minutes on one side over medium heat without disturbance to develop a golden brown crust. After flipping, the heat is reduced, the pan is covered, and the chicken finishes cooking gently, allowing the interior to remain moist and tender.
This stovetop method is practical for a quick main course and pairs well with a variety of sides such as vegetables or grains. The rub's seasoning is mild but flavorful, combining herbs and spices for a well-rounded taste without overpowering the natural chicken flavor.
Ingredients
For the rub:
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons paprika mild
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning dry
- 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
For the chicken:
- 1 pound chicken breast see notes above in post, boneless skinless
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- For the rub, combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir well to combine. Set aside.
- Place chicken breasts on a plate or shallow pan. Pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle liberally with the rub, then rub it in with your hand. Allow breasts to sit with the rub on for 15-20 minutes, at room temperature.
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a cast iron or heavy stainless steel pan over medium heat. Butter should sizzle a bit and be fairly hot but watch it at this point to prevent burning. Make sure the pan is large enough to accommodate all of the breasts without crowding.
- Add the chicken and allow to sit for 3 minutes without touching. After 3 minutes, take a peek at the underside of one of the breasts. If it’s browning too quickly lower the heat a bit. Continue cooking for a total of 5 minutes or until the underside is nicely browned.
- Flip breasts to the opposite side and immediately lower heat to medium-low. Cover and continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes OR until internal temperature reaches 160˚F when an instant thermometer is inserted into the center of the thickest part of the breast. (The time will vary depending on the size of each portion -see notes above in Café Tips)
- Once 160˚F is reached, remove the chicken to a clean plate and cover loosely with foil. Allow to sit for 5 minutes, then slice and enjoy! If serving as an entreé, pour the delicious juices from the pan over the chicken.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 46-ounce servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 193 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 193kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 1318mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 450mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 617IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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