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Perfectly seared chicken breasts with a vibrant herb crust, designed for visual appeal and exceptional flavor. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breast, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder to create a herb paste.
  2. Step 2: Rub the herb paste evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts, pressing gently to adhere.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
  4. Step 4: Flip the chicken and add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp lemon juice to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 7-8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting occasionally with the melted butter.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken from skillet, let rest for 3 minutes, then slice diagonally and serve immediately with pan juices.

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