Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Citrus-Basil Glaze

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Pan-seared to golden perfection, finished with a bright citrus and fresh basil glaze for a refreshing twist. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, 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 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: 15 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts dry and season both sides evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on the first side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Flip chicken breasts and cook for an additional 5 minutes on the other side, or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached and juices run clear.
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate, tented with foil to keep warm.
  5. Step 5: Reduce heat to medium and add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tbsp honey, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Step 7: Remove the pan from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves until just wilted.
  8. Step 8: Spoon the citrus-basil glaze over the chicken breasts and serve immediately.

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