Cast Iron Chicken Breast
This Cast Iron Chicken Breast recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or serve it as a special main course for guests. Chicken breast cooked in cast iron is seasoned with simple spices and cooked until it is tender and juicy.
Servings:
Calories: 217kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or other cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.
- Season chicken on both sides with seasoning mixture.
- Place 12 inch cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add oil and swirl to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Cook on one side for 4-5 minutes, flip and continue to cook until internal temperature reaches 165º F. Can take another 4-5 minutes depending on the thickness of the chicken.
- Remove chicken from the pan to a clean plate and cover with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing or serving.
Notes
- Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy and are just an estimate of the ingredients used
- Store any leftover cooked chicken in an air tight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 951mg | Potassium: 573mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.04g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg
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