The Golden Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts is a delightful chicken dish enhanced with the addition of garlic and lemon for extra flavor. Careful pan searing and enough resting time ensure perfectly cooked and tender chicken breasts.
Pat the chicken breasts dry using a paper towel. This allows the chicken to get a golden brown sear.
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Sprinkle chicken evenly on both sides with sea salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The skillet needs to be hot but not smoking.
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Add the chicken to the pan. Cook for 6 minutes, or until the bottom is golden and the chicken releases easily from the pan. Flip and cook the other side for the same amount of time.
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Take off heat and let the chicken rest in the pan for 5 minutes, this allows the meat to complete its cooking process and reabsorb its juices leading to a tender chicken breast.
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To finish, squeeze the lemon over the chicken to give an additional kick of flavor right before serving.