Description
Discover the best easy thin chicken recipes that are quick, juicy, and delicious. These foolproof methods and recipes will help you cook perfectly tender chicken breasts every time
Ingredients
2 thin chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
Season the thin chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and garlic powder
Place chicken in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown
Lower the heat and add butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice to the pan
Spoon the melted butter and garlic over the chicken while it cooks for another minute
Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your favorite sides
Notes
For extra tenderness pound the chicken to an even thickness before cooking
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F 75°C
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days
Reheat gently in a pan with a splash of chicken broth to maintain juiciness
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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