Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Citrus Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-15 · Updated 2026-05-15

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Pan-seared to golden perfection and coated in a tangy garlic citrus glaze, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This American Southern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves 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 American Southern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (about 6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving, until golden brown and edges are crisp.
Step 3: Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 4: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 5: Lower heat to medium, add 4 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6: Pour in 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and stir in 1 tbsp honey, scraping up any browned bits; simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 7: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over it for 1 minute to coat.
Step 8: Plate the chicken and garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.