Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast

This cast iron skillet chicken breast recipe is quick, hearty and so flavorful! The chicken comes out juicy, tender and moist. Only 25 minutes total. This simple method creates perfectly cooked chicken breasts every single time! Great for meal prep, family dinners and leftovers.

Author: Organically Addison

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 3 servings

Calories: 503 kcal per serving

Ingredients

2 tablespoons - avocado oil
3 - chicken breasts
½ tsp - sea salt
½ tsp - black pepper
½ tsp - garlic powder
1 pinch - onion powder
2 tablespoons - butter
fresh herbs

Instructions

First, add avocado oil (or olive oil) to a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Pat chicken dry. Bang a few times with meat mallet to tenderize. Season on both sides with sea salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.
Once oil is hot, place chicken breasts in skillet. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes on each side. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Once chicken is cooked, turn heat off. Add butter to the hot skillet. Use a spoon to spoon the melted butter over chicken breasts.
Finally, remove chicken to a plate. Serve with chopped fresh herbs on top.

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