Simple Pan-fried Chicken Breasts

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, divided
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Recipe

• 1 pound the chicken breasts with a meat mallet or a rolling pin, to tenderize the meat and ensure uniform thickness.
• 2 sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the chicken and let sit for 15 minutes or so.
• 3 heat a skillet over med-high heat, and add olive oil.
• 4 when pan is sufficiently heated, sear chicken breasts over high heat.
• 5 allow about 2 minutes (until lightly browned) before turning to other side.
• 6 optional: before serving, sprinkle grated cheese on chicken and broil for approx 5-10 mins (until cheese is melted).
• 7 serving suggestions: serve this over pasta, or as chicken sandwich with fresh tomatoes, lettuce and mustard/mayo.
• 8 personally i love this with fried rice too.