Pan-Seared Chicken with Turmeric and Warm Spices

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

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Tender pan-seared chicken breasts infused with earthy turmeric and aromatic spices, served with a vibrant garlic-yogurt sauce. This Indian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, ground turmeric, ground cumin 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: 15 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp ground turmeric, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp paprika.
Step 2: Heat 3 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 a golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 3: While the chicken cooks, combine 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir well and season with a pinch of salt.
Step 4: Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 3 minutes. Serve topped with the garlic-yogurt sauce and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for brightness.