Pan-Seared Chicken with Classic Herb Sauce

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Tender pan-seared chicken breasts served with a vibrant herb sauce made from fresh parsley, chives, and lemon zest for a refreshing finish. This Mediterranean-inspired 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 280 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: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken and rest on a plate.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/4 cup Greek yogurt. Stir until well mixed to form the herb sauce.
  4. Step 4: Serve the rested chicken breasts topped with 2 tbsp of the herb sauce per piece, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

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