Industrial Empire Herb Crusted Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

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Coated in a crust of toasted herbs and spices, evoking the game's industrial era advancement. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Boneless chicken breasts, Dried thyme, Dried rosemary 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

4 (6 oz each) Boneless chicken breasts
2 tsp Dried thyme
1 tsp Dried rosemary
1 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Paprika
3 tbsp All-purpose flour
2 tbsp Butter
1 tbsp Lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a shallow dish, mix 2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika. Dredge each chicken breast in 3 tbsp all-purpose flour, then press into the herb mixture until fully coated.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 1 tbsp lemon juice, and continue cooking for 1 minute while basting with butter to infuse flavor. Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Step 4: Transfer pan drippings to a small bowl, stir in remaining lemon juice, and spoon over sliced chicken.