Pan-Seared Chicken with Adobo Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

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Cooked in a savory adobo sauce with garlic and vinegar, finished with a hint of citrus for bright, balanced flavor. This Puerto Rican-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs Chicken breasts, Olive oil, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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: 12 min Serves 4 Puerto Rican cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) Chicken breasts
2 tbsp Olive oil
3 cloves, minced Garlic
2 tbsp White vinegar
1 tbsp Lime juice
1/2 tsp Cumin
3/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken breasts (6 oz each) dry with paper towels and season both sides with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp white vinegar, 1 tbsp lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp cumin. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over top, and cook for 1 minute to absorb flavors. Serve immediately.