Sautéed Chicken with Bright Citrus Glaze

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Tender chicken breasts pan-seared and finished with a bright, tangy citrus glaze. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, 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 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: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 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, then add the chicken breasts. Sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, internal temperature reaching 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, tented with foil to keep warm.
  4. Step 4: Lower heat to medium and add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 1/3 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp honey, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, then return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over it.
  7. Step 7: Cook together for 1-2 minutes more until the chicken is well coated and heated through, then serve immediately.

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