Pan-Seared Chicken with Berry Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts topped with a vibrant berry salsa perfect for summer gatherings. This American-inspired Fourth of July recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, 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 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp honey
1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each), then season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 3: While chicken cooks, combine 1 cup fresh blueberries, 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1 cup diced fresh strawberries, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 minced small jalapeño in a medium bowl; stir gently to mix.
Step 4: Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes, then spoon the fresh berry salsa generously over each breast before serving.