Description
A high-heat, flavor-packed chicken dish with a crispy ranch and smoked paprika crust.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp ranch seasoning powder
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
2 tbsp avocado oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 3: Rub the spice mixture onto all sides of the chicken, pressing firmly to adhere.
Step 4: Preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil.
Step 5: Place chicken in the skillet and use a heavy weight or pan to smash the chicken down flat.
Step 6: Sear for 4 minutes, then flip. Add butter and minced garlic to the pan and sear for another 4 minutes while basting.
Step 7: Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before slicing and garnishing with parsley.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is at room temperature before cooking to ensure an even sear throughout.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
