Pan Fried Chicken Breast

Updated at: Sat, 14 Oct 2023 20:30:38 GMT

Step 1

Remove chicken breast from refrigerator and let's sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. Place on cutting board, cover with large sheet of plastic wrap and gently pound wibto an evening thickness.

Step 2

With a paper pal, Pat dry, then season with one half teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside

Step 3

In a wide, shallow dish such as a pie plate, stir together the flower, paprika, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and remaining 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 4

Working one at a time, dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Transfer to a clean plate

Step 5

Heat the oil in a large, sturdy skillet over medium-high heat. Once it is hot and shining, add the chicken, presentation side down.

Step 6

Cook 4 minutes on the first side without disturbing the chicken, until it is deeply golden and releases easily from the pan. Flip and cook an additional three to five minutes on the other side, until the chicken reaches 155° on an instant read thermometer.

Step 7

Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate or cutting board. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Enjoy warm with a squeeze of lemon juice and sprinkle of herbs.

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