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This Sautéed Chicken Breast is so easy to whip up and it tastes great served by itself or serve it over a salad, on a bun with some cheese, or for chicken pitas. It is super versatile and only takes 15 minutes to make!
I am a big fan of this recipe because it is so simple to make and it goes good with everything. I like to make this on Sunday for meal prep and cut it into small pieces because it's perfect to throw on top of salads or put into quesadillas during the week. The seasoning is simple enough to go with almost any recipe.
This chicken is fantastic in with my Greek Pitas with Yogurt Dill Sauce, Chicken Salad with Croissants & Pesto Chicken Sandwiches.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe:
- It's so easy with seasoning you probably already have in the pantry
- This chicken breast pairs with lots of dishes
- Chicken is healthy and full of protein, which will keep you full longer
- This recipe is great for meal prep on Sunday so you can whip up easy meals throughout the week
- It only takes 15 minutes to make
The Ingredients:
Chicken Breast- The main character of this dish. I am super picky when it comes to chicken and I absolutely love Smart Chicken (they didn't pay me to say that). It honestly tastes so much better than other chicken breast, and I really suggest trying it if you have the chance to. It is always very clean and trimmed, so I barely have to cut off anything.
Olive Oil- Healthy Oil known for it's healthy fats and anti-inflammatory properties. With a burning point of up to 400 degrees, olive oil is a great choice for sautéing chicken.
Garlic Salt, Oregano, Thyme, Onion Powder, and Salt and Pepper- An easy combination of common spices that give this chicken a nice exterior flavor profile.
How to Make Healthy Sautéed Chicken Breast:
Combine the garlic salt, oregano, thyme, onion powder and salt and pepper into a bowl and stir to incorporate.
Pat dry each chicken breast with a paper towel. Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise so you are left with four chicken breasts that are fairly similar in thickness.
Sprinkle on the seasoning over the front and back of the chicken breast.
Heat a large skillet to Medium heat and add in the olive oil. I prefer stainless because it distributes heat evenly.
Once the oil starts to heat up and spread across the pan, add in the chicken. Sometimes you have to be a little strategic on how to lay them.
Cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Then flip to the other side and cook for another 4 minutes until fully cooked.
If you have an instant read thermometer, it should read 165 degrees when stuck into the thickest portion. If you don't have one, look for the juices to run clear and no pink inside. (I used to get really nervous about chicken and invested in an instant read thermometer. It really changed my whole cooking game. There is one linked in the recipe card below if you are interested).
That's it, all done! Remove to a plate and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Recipe FAQs:
Slice the chicken breast in half length wise into two chicken breasts so that they are closer in thickness. Next, make sure not to cook chicken breast past 165 degrees. I have an instant read thermometer that helps me with this and it makes a world of difference.
Chicken needs oil to sauté or it will dry out quickly. I use between 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in the pan. Olive oil has a high burning point and is great for sautéing chicken.
Absolutely! Baking, grilling or sautéing chicken is the healthiest way to eat it. Choose an oil like olive oil versus vegetable oil or canola oil. An article from Healthline.com titled, Are Vegetable and Seed Oils Bad for You, discusses that vegetable oils and seed oils are being linked to inflammation in the body. Olive Oil has anti-inflammatory properties.
Storing:
If you have leftovers, I love chopping the chicken breast into pieces and using it to top salads for lunch or using it in wraps.
Store the chicken in a sealed container in the fridge and eat within 2 days.
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Recipe
Sautéed Chicken Breast
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 chicken breast 1x
Description
This Healthy Sautéed Chicken Breast is so easy to whip up and it tastes great served by itself or serve it over a salad, on a bun with some cheese, or for chicken pitas. It is super versatile and only takes 15 minutes to make!
Ingredients
- package of 2 chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Combine the garlic salt, oregano, thyme, onion powder and salt and pepper into a bowl and stir to incorporate.
Pat dry each chicken breast with a paper towel. Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise so you are left with four chicken breasts that are fairly similar in thickness.
Sprinkle on the seasoning over the front and back of the chicken breast.
Heat a large skillet to Medium heat and add in the olive oil.
Once the oil starts to heat up and spread across the pan, add in the chicken. Sometimes you have to be a little strategic on how to lay them.
Cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Then flip to the other side and cook for another 4 minutes. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. *See note below*
That's it, all done! Remove to a plate and allow it to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
If you have an instant read thermometer, it should read 165 when stuck into the thickest portion. If you don't have it, you are looking for the juices to run clear and no pink inside.
This chicken goes great over salads, in wraps, or over pasta.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Method: saute
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sautéed chicken, sauteed chicken breast, healthy chicken breast, chicken breast with olive oil, pan fried chicken breast
Holly
Super easy recipe for meal prep! Thank you.
★★★★★