Crossword Cuisine: Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

Coated in a fragrant herb crust and baked with lemon, creating a dish that's as satisfying to eat as it is to solve a crossword. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, all-purpose flour, dried thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless (about 1.5 lbs total) chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1 tbsp, crushed dried rosemary
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1, sliced into thin rounds lemon

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a shallow dish, mix 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp dried thyme, 1 tbsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add coated chicken breasts and cook for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
3. Step 3: Arrange 1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds, on top of the chicken. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and lemon slices are tender.