Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon-Dijon

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Juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy herb crust and served with a tangy lemon-dijon sauce, this dish is the best ever for weeknight dinners. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts, all-purpose flour, fresh parsley 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 4 chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Place 1/2 cup all-purpose flour in a shallow dish. Mix in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
  2. Step 2: Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add chicken and cook for 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1/4 cup chicken broth to the skillet. Simmer for 3 minutes until slightly thickened, then pour over chicken to coat evenly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon-Dijon take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Lemon-Dijon?

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 all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon-Dijon?

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 Lemon-Dijon 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 with Lemon-Dijon?

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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