Juicy Pan-Seared Chicken Breast

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Pound the breasts to an even 3/4-inch thickness so they cook evenly.

2. 2

   Pat dry and season both sides with the garlic powder, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.

3. 3

   Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high until it shimmers.

4. 4

   Sear undisturbed 6-7 minutes until deep golden, then flip.

5. 5

   Cook another 5-6 minutes until the center reaches 165F on a thermometer.

6. 6

   Rest 5 minutes before slicing so the juices stay in.