Pan-Seared Chicken Pechuga with Spiced Orange Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-27 · Updated 2026-07-27

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Tender chicken breast pan-seared and finished with a warm orange glaze infused with cinnamon and cloves for a fragrant, tangy finish. This 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 International cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
2 tbsp honey
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Season 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly 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 minutes on one side until golden brown.
Step 3: Flip the chicken breasts and cook for another 4 minutes on medium heat until cooked through and juices run clear.
Step 4: Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, covered loosely with foil to keep warm.
Step 5: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and add 1 tsp minced garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6: Pour in 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp honey, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp ground cloves, stirring well to combine.
Step 7: Let the glaze simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon; then stir in 1 tbsp unsalted butter until melted and glossy.
Step 8: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the spiced orange glaze over them for 1 minute to rewarm and coat.
Step 9: Serve the chicken breasts drizzled with the warm glaze alongside your choice of sides.