Juicy Pan-Seared Pastured Chicken Breast

Ingredients

• 4 Queen City Farm pastured boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

1. 1

   Pound the breasts to an even thickness and pat dry. Season with the salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering.

3. 3

   Add the chicken and sear undisturbed for 5-6 minutes, until golden, then flip.

4. 4

   Add the butter, reduce heat to medium, and cook another 5-6 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165F.

5. 5

   Rest 5 minutes before slicing.