Sautéd Chicken Breast

Quick Summary: A simple and quick method for cooking juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts in a skillet.
Source: Traditional

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

>> servings: 2
Pat one @chicken breast{1} dry with paper towels. For even cooking, you can pound it to a uniform thickness with a #meat mallet{}. Season both sides generously with @salt{1/2%tsp}, @black pepper{1/4%tsp}, @garlic powder{1/4%tsp}, and @paprika{1/4%tsp}.
 
Heat @olive oil{1%tbsp} in a #skillet{} over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
 
Carefully place the seasoned chicken breast in the hot skillet. Cook for ~{5-7%minutes} on the first side, without moving it, until a golden-brown crust forms.
 
Flip the chicken using #tongs{} and cook for another ~{5-7%minutes}, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
 
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a #cutting board{} for at least ~{5%minutes} before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist result.