PAN-ROASTED CHICKEN BREASTS

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These chicken breasts are fast, easy, and delicious. By 'pan-roasting,' you can easily monitor the internal temp. Leaving the skin on adds a lot of flavor and much needed moisture.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless chicken breast halves with skin
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, rosemary)
2 tablespoons olive oil
ΒΌ cup apple cider vinegar
4 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon chicken broth (or water), if needed to thin sauce

Steps:

  • Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it starts to shimmer. Place chicken breasts in skillet skin side down. Sprinkle with fresh herbs. Do not disturb the breasts until the skin side sears, 5 or 6 minutes. Turn chicken.
  • Cook until internal temperature reaches 150 degrees F, about 5 minutes. Add vinegar and butter to pan with chicken. Shake pan gently until butter melts and internal temperature of chicken reaches 160 to 165 degrees F, 2 to 3 minutes more. Add a splash of chicken broth or water if sauce needs to be thinned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Cholesterol 157.2 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 45.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 243.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Namuli Mary
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the crispy skin is delicious. I served it with rice and broccoli, and it was a hit with my family.


Md Mostfa
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I've tried a lot of different pan-roasted chicken breast recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the flavor is amazing.


Christina Torres
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken breasts were juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family.


Laal Khan
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken breasts, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the crispy skin was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


rat tales
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This is my go-to recipe for pan-roasted chicken breasts. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the flavor is amazing.


Nevada Byrd
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the crispy skin is to die for. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


MD HRIDOY AHMED APURBO
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the crispy skin is delicious. I served it with rice and broccoli, and it was a hit with my family.


Abigail Ruiz
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I'm not a big fan of chicken breasts, but this recipe made me a believer. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Fernando Pedro
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the crispy skin was amazing. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a delicious meal.


Kandiho Enock
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the crispy skin is to die for. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Fridick Julio
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This is my go-to recipe for pan-roasted chicken breasts. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the flavor is amazing.


Tyler Solberg
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken breasts, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the crispy skin was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mehmood Aakash
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are fantastic. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the crispy skin is to die for. I will definitely be making this again.


Manzoor Iqbal
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfect. The crispy skin and juicy meat were a hit with my family.


Godknows Nakuweya
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I've tried a lot of different pan-roasted chicken breast recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The chicken is always cooked perfectly, and the flavor is amazing.


Kganya Mothupi
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken breasts were juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with my family.