Herb-Crusted Chicken Supreme

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Tender chicken breasts coated in a fragrant herb crust, seared to golden perfection and finished with a lemon-herb pan sauce that elevates the dish to 'the best' at any dinner table. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs grams boneless chicken breasts, grams fresh thyme, grams fresh rosemary 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: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 450 grams boneless chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Chop 20 grams fresh thyme, 15 grams fresh rosemary, and 3 cloves garlic into a fine paste.
  3. Step 3: Coat each chicken breast evenly with 40 grams all-purpose flour, shaking off excess.
  4. Step 4: Heat 30 milliliters olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Step 5: Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), then remove and set aside.
  6. Step 6: Pour off excess oil, add lemon juice and 120 milliliters chicken stock, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon.
  7. Step 7: Simmer for 3 minutes until sauce reduces by half, then stir in the herb-garlic paste.
  8. Step 8: Return chicken to the skillet, coating with sauce, and heat through for 1 minute until fragrant.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Crusted Chicken Supreme take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 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 Herb-Crusted Chicken Supreme?

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 grams fresh thyme from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Chicken Supreme?

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 Herb-Crusted Chicken Supreme 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 Herb-Crusted Chicken Supreme?

American 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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