Authentic 1930s Herb-Crusted Chicken

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A tender chicken breast coated in a vintage herb blend, featuring the precise ratios favored by 1930s home cooks for perfect crispness and flavor. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless chicken breasts, all-purpose flour, fresh thyme leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tbsp fresh rosemary; mix until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere, then shake off excess.
  4. Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (160°F), then add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken to a plate, add 2 tbsp lemon juice and remaining 2 tbsp butter to the skillet, swirling to create a glossy sauce; simmer for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
  6. Step 6: Pour sauce over chicken and serve immediately while sizzling.

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