Pan-Seared Chicken with Mac Apple Cider Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

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Tender chicken breasts pan-seared to golden perfection, finished with a tangy apple cider glaze inspired by the sleek simplicity of Mac devices. This American-inspired comfort-food recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, salt, 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 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 cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (6 oz each) chicken breasts
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp honey
2, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2: Place chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar and 2 tbsp honey, stirring to combine.
Step 4: Let the glaze simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Stir in 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme.
Step 5: Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon glaze over them, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm through and absorb flavors. Serve immediately.