Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Citrus-Herb Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-03 · Updated 2026-07-03

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a vibrant citrus and herb sauce inspired by fresh drink flavors to brighten your weeknight dinner. This chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh lemon juice 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 International cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 (6 oz each) skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp orange zest
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 minced garlic clove
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Season 2 skinless chicken breasts evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
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 one side until golden brown and edges are crispy.
Step 3: Flip the chicken and add 1 minced garlic clove to the pan, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp orange zest, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1/4 cup water. Pour this glaze over the chicken.
Step 5: Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for another 6-7 minutes, spooning the glaze over the chicken occasionally until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the sauce thickens to coat the chicken beautifully.
Step 6: Remove from heat and let rest for 3 minutes before serving with a drizzle of the pan sauce.