From Pan to Plate: Mastering Perfectly Seared Chicken Breast

Ashley Lonsdale

· January 1, 2024

20 min

Total

Servings

Poultry

Protein

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Equipments

Large cutting board
Chef’s knife
Medium skillet, stainless steel or cast-iron

Ingredients

For the chicken

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
extra-virgin olive oil

For the pan sauce

2 tbsp butter
¼ cup thinly sliced shallots
¼ cup white wine
¾ cup chicken stock or bone broth
2 tbsp of tender herbs

parsley, chives, dill, or tarragon
1 tsp lemon juice

Step By Step

Instructions

Season the breasts on both sides with salt and pepper, and set aside for 30 mins.

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken breasts and sear, about 5 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer registers 155°F. The chicken will continue to cook after it is removed from the heat. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and set aside.

Make the pan sauce. Reduce the heat to medium and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the shallot and garlic, and cook until just beginning to soften, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the wine and loosen any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Cook over medium until the liquid is a syrupy consistency, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chicken stock and continue to reduce, about 3 minutes more. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the remaining tablespoon of butter. Swirl until emulsified in the sauce. Stir in fresh herbs and lemon juice.

To serve, slice the chicken breasts and top with sauce and more fresh herbs.

Total Time 20 min

Servings 2

Protein Poultry

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All I Want is Steak Gift Box

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Ribeyes (2 x 10 oz steaks)
New York Strips (2 x 10 oz steaks)
Top Sirloin Steaks (4 x 6 oz steaks)
Filet Mignons (2 x 6 oz steaks)

For the true steak lover, this box is pure holiday joy. A premium lineup of grass-fed, high-flavor steaks that guarantees smiles, sizzling pans, and plates worth celebrating.

Our Sourcing Standards

All I Want is Steak Gift Box

Equipments

Ingredients

For the chicken

For the pan sauce

Instructions

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