Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with BBQ Glaze

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a smoky, sweet barbecue sauce perfect for summer celebrations. This American-inspired Fourth of July recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers, add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on the first side until golden and edges are crispy.
  3. Step 3: Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes on the second side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup barbecue sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Reduce heat to low, brush the glaze generously over the chicken breasts, and cook for 2 more minutes, turning once, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken with a sticky shine.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and let rest for 3 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

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