Pan-Seared Chicken with San Jose Citrus Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts finished with a bright, tangy citrus glaze inspired by fresh produce common in Santa Clara Valley. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, salt 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
2 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 chicken breasts and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2: Place chicken breasts in the hot skillet and sear for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then remove and keep warm.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 2 tbsp honey.
Step 4: Stir and simmer the glaze for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon. Add 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme and stir to combine.
Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over each piece to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1 minute to meld flavors, then serve immediately.