Pan Fried Chicken Breast

Name: Pan Fried Chicken Breast
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: Chicken Breast — 2 large, pounded even; Garlic — ½ tsp, powder; Olive Oil — 2 tbsp; Salt — 1 tsp

Crispy-edged, juicy pan-fried chicken breast. Mastering this technique means you can always put dinner on the table in 20 minutes.

gluten-free high-protein

🔥 Calories per serving: 310

🍽️ Serves: 2

⏱️ Prep: 8 min

🍳 Cook: 15 min

Ingredients

Chicken Breast	2 large, pounded even
Garlic	½ tsp, powder
Olive Oil	2 tbsp
Salt	1 tsp

Instructions

Pound chicken breasts to an even ½-inch thickness — this single step prevents dry overcooked edges while the centre is still raw.
Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron is ideal) over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers.
Lay chicken in the pan away from you. Do not move it for 6–7 minutes until a golden crust forms and releases naturally from the pan.
Flip once and cook another 5–6 minutes. Press the thickest part — it should feel firm, not squishy.
Internal temperature should read 165°F.
Transfer to a plate and rest 5 minutes before cutting. Cutting too early loses all the juices.