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Pan-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Apple Cider Vinegar Pan Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Pan-Roasted Chicken Breasts recipe delivers juicy, tender chicken breasts with a crispy skin, enhanced by a tangy apple cider vinegar and herb-infused butter sauce. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or an elegant meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skin-on chicken breast halves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, rosemary) – Optional

Sauce

  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon chicken broth (or water), if needed to thin sauce

Instructions

  1. Season and sear: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet, sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs if using, and cook until the skin is golden brown and crispy, about 5 to 6 minutes.
  2. Flip and cook through: Turn the chicken breasts over and continue cooking for approximately 5 minutes more, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 150°F (66°C).
  3. Add vinegar and butter: Pour apple cider vinegar into the skillet and scatter the cold butter pieces around the chicken. Gently shake the skillet or spoon the melting butter over the chicken repeatedly until the butter is fully melted and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Adjust sauce consistency and serve: If the pan sauce is too thick, stir in chicken broth or water to thin it to your liking. Serve the chicken breasts immediately, spooning the buttery, tangy sauce over them for maximum flavor.

Notes

  • Using skin-on chicken breasts helps achieve a crispy texture and adds flavor.
  • The fresh herbs are optional but add a fragrant herbal note to the sauce.
  • Make sure to monitor the internal temperature for perfectly cooked, juicy chicken.
  • The apple cider vinegar adds a tangy brightness that balances the richness of the butter.
  • The chicken broth or water is only needed if you prefer a thinner sauce consistency.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/pan-roasted-chicken-breasts-with-apple-cider-vinegar-pan-sauce-recipe/