Spiced Pan-Roasted Chicken with Smoked Paprika and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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Pan-roasted with smoked paprika and garlic create a savory, aromatic dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, smoked paprika, garlic cloves 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: 12 min Serves 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (about 6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp smoked paprika
4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season evenly with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp smoked paprika on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook undisturbed for 6 minutes until the edges are golden and crisp.
Step 4: Flip the chicken breasts and cook for another 5-6 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through.
Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the chicken before serving.