Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with High-Altitude Herb Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts topped with a vibrant herb sauce that highlights fresh parsley and basil, perfect for enjoying at elevated locations or anytime you crave fresh flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired high-protein recipe (low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, salt 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 low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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

2 pieces, about 6 oz each chicken breast
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
2 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Place chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
Step 3: Lower heat to medium, add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 1/4 cup chopped basil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 2 tbsp water. Cook for 2 minutes until herbs are wilted and sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4: Spoon the herb sauce generously over the chicken breasts and serve immediately.