Pan-Seared Chicken with High Elevation Citrus Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a vibrant citrus sauce that highlights bright, elevated flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired high-protein recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp honey
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground 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), then transfer to a plate and keep warm.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 2 tbsp honey, stirring to combine.
4. Step 4: Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and whisk in 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves until glossy.
5. Step 5: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the citrus glaze over each piece. Serve immediately, garnished with additional thyme if desired.