Pan-Seared Chicken with Spiced Texas Chili Rub

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts seasoned with a bold Texas-inspired chili rub that delivers smoky and spicy flavors. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the spice rub.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) with paper towels, then evenly rub the spice mix all over the chicken breasts.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving until deeply browned and edges are crispy.
  5. Step 5: Flip the chicken breasts and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to keep juices sealed in.

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