Pan-Seared Chicken with Bitter Herb and Lemon Sauce

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Pan-seared to golden perfection, served with a bright and slightly bitter herb and lemon sauce that complements the meat beautifully. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh lemon juice 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: 20 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken breasts. Sear for 5-6 minutes on one side without moving until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate. Reduce heat to medium, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup chopped fresh bitter herbs to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly wilted.
  4. Step 4: Add 1/4 cup chicken broth and 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice to the skillet. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp unsalted butter until melted and the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over it, and serve immediately.

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