Frozen Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Garlic Sauce

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Juicy chicken breasts coated with a frozen herb crust, pan-seared and finished with a zesty lemon garlic sauce for a bright, savory meal. This international-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 International cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Press 1/4 cup chopped frozen mixed herbs evenly onto both sides of each chicken breast to form a herb crust.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Step 4: Add the herb-crusted chicken breasts and sear for 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a warm plate.
  6. Step 6: Reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  7. Step 7: Pour in 1/4 cup chicken broth and 2 tbsp lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
  8. Step 8: Simmer sauce for 2 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened.
  9. Step 9: Spoon the lemon garlic sauce over the chicken breasts and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Frozen Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Garlic Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Frozen Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Garlic 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Frozen Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Garlic 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 Frozen Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Garlic Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Frozen Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon Garlic Sauce?

International chicken 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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