Pan-Fried Chicken Breast

Pan-Fried Chicken Breast is a simple, savory dish made by cooking boneless, skinless chicken breast fillets in a hot skillet with a small amount of oil or butter until golden brown and cooked through. It's a staple in many Western kitchens, particularly in American and European home cooking, valued for its speed and versatility. The core ingredients are chicken breast, a cooking fat like olive oil or butter, and basic seasonings such as salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate meal option, making it a popular choice for fitness and weight management diets. A typical 4-ounce (113g) serving provides around 165-190 calories, with the vast majority coming from lean protein and minimal fat, depending on the cooking oil used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	284 kcal
Protein	53.4 g
Carbs	0 g
Fat	6.2 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	115 mg
Niacin (B3)	21.3 mg
Vitamin B6	1.2 mg
Phosphorus	370 mg
Selenium	44.1 mcg
Potassium	452 mg
Cholesterol	152 mg
Vitamin B12	0.6 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	1.8 mg

Per 1 breast (174 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, pan-fried chicken breast is often seen as the 'workhorse' of weeknight dinners due to its quick cooking time. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of how a simple cooking method can preserve the high-quality protein content of the meat while allowing for endless flavor customization through marinades and spices.