Baked Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Dijon Sauce

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Tender baked chicken breasts coated with a fresh herb crust and served with a tangy garlic Dijon sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired meal-prep recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh parsley, fresh thyme 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: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, and 1 tsp lemon zest until combined.
  3. Step 3: Brush each chicken breast evenly with 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, then press the herb and breadcrumb mixture onto the mustard-coated side to form a crust.
  4. Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken breasts crust-side down and sear for 3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Flip the chicken breasts and transfer the skillet into the preheated oven. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the crust is crisp.
  6. Step 6: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 3 minced garlic cloves with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt to make a quick garlic Dijon sauce.
  7. Step 7: Remove chicken from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with the garlic Dijon sauce drizzled on top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Dijon Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Dijon Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh parsley from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Dijon Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Dijon Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Dijon Sauce?

Mediterranean meal prep like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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