Juicy Chicken Breast (Easy & Never Dry!)
Perfectly tender, beautifully seasoned, and genuinely juicy, this chicken breast delivers everything you want and none of the dryness you don’t. Simple, reliable, and ready to become a weeknight favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry. (Getting them dry helps them sear into that gorgeous golden color!)
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken until golden on both sides. (Searing over higher heat builds flavor, and finishing over lower heat keeps the chicken perfectly juicy. That’s the whole secret 😉)
- Lower the heat to medium-low and add butter to the pan.
- Continue cooking gently until the centers are just cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing so the juices can settle beautifully.
Variations
- If one end is much thicker, a gentle pound helps everything cook evenly.
- After searing, lower heat is the secret to juicy, tender chicken.
- A small squeeze of lemon brightens the flavors beautifully.
- Don’t be afraid to jazz the chicken up with your other favorite spices!
- Slice just before serving to keep every bite as juicy as possible.
- This chicken is perfect for salads, bowls, wraps, and pastas.
- For an extra kick, top off with fresh cracked pepper, chili oil or Red Pepper Flakes.
In the mood for some easy dinner options? Check out this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta, these Ultra-Crispy Oven Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs and this delightfully easy Cheesy Baked Macaroni with Beef! And if you’re in the mood for a simple one pot wonder meal?! This EPIC One Pot Lasagna dinner that’s ready in less than 27 minutes will absolutely become your new favorite busy-night dinner!
Want a perfect side dish to this recipe? Check out these Crispy Smashed Potatoes (Garlic Butter & Roasted Lemon).
