Smoky Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts

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Smoky Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts

Ingredients
2 (6-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves (optional)

Instructions
Place chicken breasts in a single layer between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound with a meat mallet or heavy skillet until chicken breasts are about 3/4 inch thick.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Combine cumin, salt, and pepper; sprinkle evenly over both sides of chicken breasts. Add chicken to skillet; cook until done, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board; let stand 5 minutes. Cut across the grain into slices. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
Makes 2 servings (serving size: 1 chicken breast)
216 calories

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