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Cast Iron Chicken Breasts

Learn how to make cast iron chicken breasts with a savory herbed butter sauce. This easy dinner recipe is ready for the family in 20 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 20 minute dinner, cast iron skillet, chicken recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 368kcal
Author: Julie Clark

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 small chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons Salted butter

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix together Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with the spice mixture. 4 small chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Test the internal temperature in the thickest part of the breast using an instead read meat thermometer. Temperature should be 165ºF. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate. 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add chicken broth to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • Add butter to the skillet, stirring until the butter has melted and the sauce is well combined. 3 tablespoons Salted butter
  • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.

Notes

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The calories shown are based on the recipe making 4 pieces of chicken, with 1 serving being 1 piece of chicken with sauce. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **

Nutrition

Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 168mg | Sodium: 966mg | Potassium: 859mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 352IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg