Pan-Seared Chicken with Smoky Paprika and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts are enhanced with smoky paprika and topped with a vibrant roasted red pepper sauce, creating a perfect balance of smoky and sweet flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired Easter recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, smoked paprika, kosher 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: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F), then transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  3. Step 3: In a blender, combine 1 cup drained roasted red peppers, 3 garlic cloves, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Pour the blended sauce into the skillet used for chicken and simmer over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over each piece, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to marry the flavors.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the chicken before serving for a fresh, herbal note.

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