Crispy Pan-Seared Chicken with Tangy Citrus Glaze

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Pan-seared to a golden crisp and finished with a bright citrus glaze that balances sweetness and acidity. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving until golden brown and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then remove from skillet and set aside to rest.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tbsp honey, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer the glaze for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened and syrupy.
  6. Step 6: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over it, cooking for 1 more minute to coat and warm through.
  7. Step 7: Sprinkle 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves over the chicken and serve immediately with the citrus glaze drizzled on top.

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