Pan-fried Chicken

By flavorofvanilla

A return to the way chicken should taste; this uncomplicated chicken is a great addition to salads, pastas, or pizza.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts
• 4 T. flour
• Salt and pepper
• Olive oil

Details

Servings 2
Adapted from theflavorofvanilla.blogspot.com

Preparation

Step 1

Sprinkle freshly ground salt and pepper over one side of the chicken. Pat it down with your hand gently so it sticks in place. Flip and repeat. Be liberal - too often people are afraid of adding too much salt, and end up not adding enough. Remember it's a flavor enhancer. Dust both sides of the chicken with flour, enough for a good coating. Be careful while handling the chicken so you don't get any cross-contamination. In a medium pan, add enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan, and put over medium-high heat. Once warmed, add the chicken breasts. Cook for 5 minutes before flipping, and cooking for an additional 5 minutes. Cut into the thickest part of the chicken and ensure there is no pink remaining before removing from the heat. Pat down the chicken gently with a paper towel to remove excess oil.