Cast Iron Chicken Breast
Cast Iron Chicken Breast gives you juicy chicken with crispy crust. It’s super flavorful, and each bite is perfectly moist, so you’ll want to go back for more.
Servings: 4
Calories: 3013kcal
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons avocado or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Optional: 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for serving
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and pound if needed to ensure even thickness.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken and sear for 6–7 minutes until golden.
- Flip and cook another 5–6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Lower the heat to medium-low. Add butter. Spoon melted butter over chicken for 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from skillet and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Watch the heat when searing the chicken to ensure that the outside doesn’t burn. Stove tops can vary!
- Allow the chicken breasts to rest for at least 5 minutes before you slice them to ensure they remain perfectly juicy.
- Use a thermometer to check the cast-iron chicken breasts for doneness. They must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F to be safe to eat.
Nutrition
Calories: 3013kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 492g | Fat: 102g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 41g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 1398mg | Sodium: 1658mg | Potassium: 8230mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 423IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 12mg