Flemish Giants Herb-Crusted Chicken
Plump chicken breasts coated in a golden herb crust, evoking the grandeur of Flemish giants with a fresh, herby finish. This Belgian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary 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 (6 ounces each) chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet, then season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Finely chop thyme, rosemary, and garlic cloves; mix with 1/4 cup flour and 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs.
- Step 3: Beat egg in a shallow dish with a pinch of salt. Dip each chicken breast into egg, then coat thoroughly in the herb breadcrumb mixture.
- Step 4: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 5: Transfer to a plate, tent with foil, and rest for 5 minutes before serving.
