Albert Lea Herb-Infused Chicken Breast

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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Marinated in fresh herbs and lemon, roasted until golden with a crisp exterior. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs boneless chicken breasts, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 22 min Serves 2 American cuisine 290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless chicken breasts
1 tbsp fresh rosemary
1 tbsp fresh thyme
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and pound to even 1-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
Step 2: Finely chop 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp fresh thyme, and 2 garlic cloves. Mix with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 3: Rub herb mixture evenly over both sides of chicken breasts, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 4: Place chicken in a single layer in a lightly oiled baking dish. Bake for 20-22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges are golden brown.
Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices. Serve with pan drippings spooned over top.