Description
This Pan Fried Tajín Chicken recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that is quick and easy to make. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with Tajín spice blend, garlic, and onion powder, then pan-fried to perfection. Serve with a squeeze of lime juice and fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons Tajín seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other:
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh chopped cilantro and lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
- Season the Chicken: Mix Tajín seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture over both sides of each chicken breast. Drizzle lime juice over the chicken and marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the pan, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- This chicken goes well with rice, tacos, or a fresh salad.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
