Pan-Seared Spanish Chicken with Garlic and Smoked Paprika

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

Pan-seared with garlic, smoked paprika, and fresh herbs for a flavorful Spanish-inspired main course. This Spanish-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 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 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.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts. In a small bowl, combine 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Rub the spice mix evenly over both sides of each chicken breast.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
4. Step 4: Remove chicken to a plate and squeeze 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the top. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.