Jump in the Pan Chicken

Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with "Jump in the Pan Chicken," a quick and flavorful skillet recipe that's perfect for busy days! Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, and pepper, then seared to golden perfection in a sizzling pan. The magic happens when the rich buttery garlic-lemon sauce, deglazed with chicken broth, infuses every bite with zesty, savory flavor. Finished with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes for a kick, this one-pan wonder comes together in just 30 minutes from start to finish. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, pasta, or vibrant steamed veggies for a fast, wholesome meal that's as delicious as it is effortless. This easy chicken recipe is sure to become a new family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and release any browned bits.

Step 6

Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, then stir in the chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Let them cook for an additional 2 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 8

Remove from heat and serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	933.1 grams (933.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1645

Total Fat 77.20g	99%
Saturated Fat 25.20g	126%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 634mg	211%
Sodium 3160mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 10.80g	4%
Dietary Fiber 1.80g	6%
Total Sugars 1.30g
Protein 217.40g	435%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132mg	10%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 325mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.2%

Protein: 54.1%

Carbs: 2.7%