Pan-Seared Chicken with Spicy ST Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a spicy, tangy sauce inspired by the ST (Structured Text) concept, blending savory and smoky flavors. This American-inspired St. Patrick’s Day recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, smoked paprika 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: 15 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
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp hot sauce (such as sriracha)
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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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, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 3: While chicken cooks, mix 2 tbsp hot sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl until combined.
Step 4: Once chicken is cooked through, reduce heat to medium-low, pour the spicy sauce over the chicken in the skillet, and cook for 2 minutes, spooning sauce over the chicken until it thickens slightly and coats the chicken.
Step 5: Remove chicken to a plate, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and spoon any extra sauce from the pan over the top before serving.