Herbed Olive Oil Poached Chicken with Garlic and Thyme

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-05

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Gently poached in fragrant extra virgin olive oil infused with garlic cloves and fresh thyme sprigs. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (low carb), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, extra virgin 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 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups extra virgin olive oil
6, smashed garlic cloves
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Season 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: In a deep skillet, combine 2 cups extra virgin olive oil, 6 smashed garlic cloves, and 4 fresh thyme sprigs. Warm over low heat until the oil reaches 180°F (use a thermometer).
Step 3: Submerge the chicken breasts in the warm oil, making sure they are fully covered. Maintain the oil temperature between 160-180°F and poach gently for 20 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through.
Step 4: Remove the chicken from the oil and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. The poached chicken will be tender, moist, and infused with garlic and thyme aroma.