Cookbook:Pan-Seared Chicken Breast

Ingredients

 * 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
 * Salt
 * Freshly ground black pepper
 * ¼ cup olive oil
 * 6–8 cloves garlic, minced

Procedure

 * 1) Heat oil in a large saucepan over very low heat. Add garlic cloves and cook 45 minutes.
 * 2) Strain and reserve oil. Discard garlic.
 * 3) Brush both sides of chicken with garlic oil. Sprinkle both sides of chicken liberally with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
 * 4) Coat a 10-inch cast iron skillet with garlic oil. Heat over high heat and add chicken breast. Cook until browned and slightly charred on both sides.
 * 5) Insert a probe thermometer into one of the chicken breasts. Place the pan in the middle of a 375°F oven, and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
 * 6) Remove to a plate and cover with aluminum foil. Let rest 7 minutes before serving.