Why This Keto Chicken Breast Deserves a Spot in Your Weekly Lineup
If you think “chicken breast” and “exciting” don’t belong in the same sentence, get ready for a delicious plot twist. This juicy, golden-seared keto chicken breast is smoky, savory, and oh-so-tender\u2014basically, everything store-bought chicken wishes it could be. And the best part? It comes together faster than you can say “Where’d I put the paprika?”
We\u2019re talking minimal ingredients, total weeknight win. A few pantry staples, one skillet, and boom\u2014dinner is served. No mystery marinades, no weird additives\u2014just real, flavorful food that supports your goals. It’s the kind of recipe that’ll have you doing the humble brag at lunch the next day. (Yep, that was a chicken pun. I had to wing it. 😉)
Want a flavor boost? Try serving it with a dollop of creamy homemade pesto or your favorite keto salsa. But first, let\u2019s get into this trusty, tasty skillet miracle.
Keto Chicken Breast
Equipment
- Skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breast Boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil For cooking
- 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked for flavor
- Salt to taste Salt
- Black pepper to taste Black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the chicken breast by patting it dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.4 pieces Chicken breast, 1 teaspoon Paprika, Salt to taste Salt, Black pepper to taste Black pepper
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.2 tablespoon Olive oil
- Place the chicken breasts in the hot skillet, searing them without moving for 5-7 minutes.4 pieces Chicken breast
- Flip the chicken breasts using tongs and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until fully cooked through.4 pieces Chicken breast
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.4 pieces Chicken breast
- Slice the chicken and serve with a dollop of pesto or keto salsa.
Notes
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Ready to dig in? 🙌 This keto chicken breast delivers big flavor with barely any fuss. For an extra pop, squeeze a little lemon over the top or slice it over some fresh greens. Give it a go, then come back and let me know how you rocked it! Got clever twists or questions? Drop them below!