Pan-Seared Chicken with Smoked Paprika and Charred Tomato Relish
Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts seasoned with smoky paprika paired with a vibrant charred tomato relish for a smoky, tangy bite. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, smoked paprika, garlic powder 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 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 medium, halved roma tomatoes
- 1 small, finely diced red onion
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp honey
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly over 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F; remove and keep warm.
- Step 3: While the chicken cooks, preheat a broiler on high. Place 4 halved roma tomatoes cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with foil. Broil for 5-6 minutes until the skins are charred and blistered.
- Step 4: Remove tomatoes from broiler and finely chop. In a bowl, mix the chopped tomatoes with 1 small finely diced red onion, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Stir to combine.
- Step 5: Serve the pan-seared chicken topped with a generous spoonful of the charred tomato relish for a smoky and tangy contrast.









