Pan-Seared Chicken with Tangy Citrus-Pepper Sauce

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts served with a vibrant citrus and cracked black pepper sauce that brightens every bite. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, salt, black pepper 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

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium and add 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp orange juice, 1 tsp cracked black pepper, and 1 tbsp honey to the skillet. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Whisk in 1 tbsp unsalted butter until melted and sauce is glossy. Return chicken breasts to skillet and spoon sauce over them for 1 minute to coat.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

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