Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Broccoli
Juicy chicken breasts coated in a crisp herb-almond crust, served with tender broccoli sautéed in garlic and butter. This american-inspired chicken (high-protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs chicken breasts, almond 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 1, 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 oz, boneless and skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup, chopped broccoli florets
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tsp butter
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a shallow dish, mix 2 tablespoons almond flour, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 2: Press 4 ounces chicken breasts evenly into the herb mixture, coating both sides completely.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken and sear for 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Step 4: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 12 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
- Step 5: While chicken bakes, heat 1 teaspoon butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped broccoli and 1 minced garlic clove, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp and garlic is fragrant.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Broccoli 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 Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Broccoli?
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 chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Broccoli?
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 with Garlic Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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.
Is Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Broccoli high-protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
