Cumin-Infused Chicken with Herb Center

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-15 · Updated 2026-04-15

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Chicken breasts marinated in warm cumin and fresh herbs, featuring a hidden herb core and golden sear. This Middle Eastern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs Chicken breasts, Ground cumin, Ground coriander for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 22 min Cook: 23 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) Chicken breasts
1 tsp Ground cumin
1/2 tsp Ground coriander
3 cloves, minced Garlic
2 tbsp, chopped Fresh cilantro
1/2, juiced Lemon
2 tbsp Olive oil
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Pat 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each) dry and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
Step 3: Make a horizontal slit in the thickest part of each chicken breast, and stuff with 2 tbsp of the cumin-herb mixture.
Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 5: Transfer to a baking dish, drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.