Pan-Seared Chicken with Triweekly Citrus Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

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A vibrant pan-seared chicken dish featuring a tangy citrus glaze inspired by the concept of triweekly freshness and zest. This American-inspired meal-prep recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh orange juice 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 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken breasts. Sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F.
Step 3: Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. Lower heat to medium, add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and stir in 2 tbsp honey. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until the glaze reduces slightly and thickens to coat the back of a spoon.
Step 5: Stir in 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, return chicken to the skillet, and spoon the glaze over each piece. Cook together for 1-2 minutes to meld flavors before serving.