Pan-Seared Chicken with Amazonian Spice Rub and Citrus Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a vibrant Amazonian-inspired spice rub, finished with a tangy orange-citrus glaze. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, ground cumin, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces, about 6 oz each chicken breasts
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/3 cup, freshly squeezed orange juice
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp, chopped (optional garnish) fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the spice rub.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
4. Step 4: While the chicken cooks, mix 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 3-4 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Remove the chicken from the skillet and brush generously with the citrus glaze. Serve garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro if desired.