Pan-Seared Chicken with Cumin and Lime Herb Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts served with a bright, herbaceous sauce featuring cumin, lime, and fresh cilantro, inspired by regional flavors. This Latin American-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, ground cumin 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 Latin American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp ground cumin.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 3: Remove chicken from the pan and set aside to rest. Lower heat to medium, then add 3 minced garlic cloves to the same pan, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 tbsp water, scraping up any browned bits. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Spoon the sauce over the chicken breasts before serving.