Pan-Roasted Chicken Breasts
This chicken breast skillet recipe is Chef John's version of pan-roasted chicken breasts that cook fast and stay juicy for an easy weeknight meal.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it starts to shimmer. Place chicken breasts skin-side down in the skillet. Sprinkle with fresh herbs. Cook until the bottoms are well seared and golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Flip chicken breasts over and continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a breast reads 150 degrees F (66 degrees C), about 5 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Add vinegar and cold butter to the pan with chicken. Shake the pan gently until butter melts and the internal temperature of chicken reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 2 to 3 minutes more.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Stir in 1 tablespoon chicken broth to thin sauce.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (4 servings total)