Easy Pan-Cooked Chicken Breast
A simple, no-fail recipe for juicy pan-cooked chicken breasts, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
Instructions
- Pat your chicken dry with paper towels to help it brown.
- Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until sizzling.
- Lay the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes without moving them.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the juices run clear.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, drizzle with lemon juice or a dab of butter before serving. Leftover chicken can be used in salads or sandwiches.