Moist Pan-Seared Chicken Breast

Ingredients

• 2 whole chicken breast
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 whole lemon (juice and zest), small
• salt & pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp yogurt, optional

Steps

1. Add chicken breasts to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and baking soda to soften the fibers. Add the zest and juice of the lemon and optional yogurt. Mix well and ensure chicken is at room temperature, not cold.

2. Let the chicken marinate outside the fridge for 30 minutes so it cooks evenly.

   30 min

3. Heat a pan over medium heat. Once hot, place the chicken in the pan, cover with a lid, and cook for 3 minutes on the first side to trap moisture.

   3 min

4. Flip the chicken, cover with the lid, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for another 7-8 minutes.

   8 min

5. Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest on a cutting board or plate for at least 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

   5 min

6. After resting, slice the chicken breasts against the grain and serve.