Description
Make this Quick Cast Iron Chicken Breast for an easy weeknight meal or as meal prep! You can add a spice rub if you'd like to change up the flavor or serve with sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- approx. 1 pound chicken breast
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Instructions
STOVETOP INSTRUCTIONS:
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. If desired, cover with parchment paper or plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet (or potato masher - my go-to!), pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side. Once cooked to at least 165 degrees F, transfer to a plate and let rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
OVEN INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Add olive oil to a cast iron skillet and place in the oven while it preheats.
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. If desired, cover with parchment paper or plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet (or potato masher - my go-to!), pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Take the skillet out of the oven and add the chicken breasts. Slide back in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until cooked to at least 165 degrees F. Transfer to a plate and let rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
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