Sautéed Chicken with Tangy Citrus and Garlic Sauce

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Tender chicken breast pieces are sautéed and finished in a bright, tangy citrus garlic sauce that perfectly balances zest and savoriness. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast into 1-inch strips. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken strips, seasoning with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, then remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Pour in 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and stir in 1 tbsp honey. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  3. Step 3: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the citrus garlic sauce. Cook together for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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