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["Rinse the chicken in cold water.", "Then pat dry with paper towels.", "Place each chicken breast half between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound the chicken breasts to 1/2"" thick.", "Remove the plastic and sprinkle both sides of each breast with salt and pepper to taste.", "In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil.", "Add the chicken and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, turning once, until it's no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear.", "Remove the chicken from the heat and transfer it to a platter.", "Cover it to keep it warm.", "Add the garlic and turn the heat down to medium for 2 minutes, or until the garlic is soft.", "Add the pears and continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are soft and golden brown.", "In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, honey, and cornstarch.", "Pour over the pear mixture.", "Increase the heat to high until it comes to a boil, and then immediately lower the heat and simmer, stirring frequently for 4 to 6 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.", "Return the chicken and any juices to the pan and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.", "Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.", "Place the chicken on individual serving plates or on a large platter.", "Use a slotted spoon to mound the fruit over the top.", "Spoon the sauce over the fruit and around the chicken.", "Serve immediately."]
