Pan-Seared Chicken with Spicy No Sauce Reduction

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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Tender pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a bold, tangy reduction inspired by the empowering 'No' anthem, featuring a spicy tomato and balsamic base. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (about 6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp red chili flakes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to caramelize.
Step 4: Pour in 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp red chili flakes, stirring constantly. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 5: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over it and cook for 1 more minute to glaze. Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.