Pan-Seared Chicken with Mediterranean Herb Salad

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts served alongside a vibrant Mediterranean herb and cucumber salad dressed in lemon and olive oil. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free, high protein), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dried oregano. Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin 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 a golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and let rest.
  3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine 1 diced medium cucumber, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 small thinly sliced red onion. Toss with 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well coated.
  4. Step 4: Slice the rested chicken and serve alongside the fresh Mediterranean herb salad.

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