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Gordon Ramsay Chicken Breast Recipe

Gordon Ramsay Chicken Breast recipe
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Gordon Ramsay’s pan-seared chicken breast is a classic dish where boneless, skin-on chicken breast is seared in a hot pan, basted with butter, garlic, and fresh herbs, then finished in the oven. This method ensures maximum juiciness while creating beautifully crisp skin.

Ingredients

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For the chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skin-on chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)

For the optional pan sauce:

  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven – Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) if finishing the chicken in the oven.
  2. Season the chicken – Pat dry, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. Sear the chicken – Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Place the chicken skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. Add butter and aromatics – Reduce heat to medium, then add butter, garlic, and rosemary.
  5. Baste the chicken – Tilt the pan and spoon the melted butter over the chicken for added moisture and flavor.
  6. Finish cooking – Flip the chicken and cook for another 3-4 minutes. If using the oven, transfer the pan and roast for 5-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  7. Rest before serving – Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.
  8. Make the sauce (optional) – Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, then whisk in mustard, butter, and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened, then drizzle over the chicken.

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