Herb-Crusted Chicken with Lemon-Dijon Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A succulent, high-protein chicken breast dish with a crisp herb crust and tangy glaze, perfect for keto meal prep or post-workout recovery. This American-inspired keto recipe (high-protein, low-carb), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, almond flour, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 345 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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 oz each), boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 3 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place 1/2 cup almond flour in a shallow dish, then mix in 3 tbsp chopped parsley, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
2. Step 2: Dredge each chicken breast in the herb-flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere, then set aside on a wire rack for 5 minutes to set the crust.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), avoiding movement to ensure crisp crust.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low, add 1 tbsp Dijon mustard and 1 tbsp lemon juice, stirring until the glaze thickens slightly and coats the pan for 1 minute, then spoon over chicken.