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Perfectly Cooked Chicken Breast

How to make juicy and tender chicken breasts on the stovetop that are full of flavor
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting time 10 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil any neutral oil with high smoke point

Seasoning blend

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp paprika

Instructions
 

  • Lay raw chicken breasts between 2 sheets of parchment paper and pound using a meat mallot or rolling pin until the meat has even thickness throughout
  • Season generously with seasoning blend
  • Add oil to a hot pan and swish to ensure the surface of the pan is evenly coated with the oil
  • Gently place chicken breasts in the pan. Lay them away from you to avoid oil splatter.
  • Let the breasts cook on each side for about 3-4 minutes or until the surface of the meat is golden. Then add butter and once it starts to foam, baste the breasts with the melted butter.
  • Remove from pan once the internal temperature of the meat has reached 160-162 degrees Fahrenheit. The meat will continue to cook after they are removed to the pan. Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
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