One-Pan Herb-Crusted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes
Juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy herb crust, roasted alongside vibrant cherry tomatoes and asparagus in a single pan for effortless weeknight cooking. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, dried thyme, dried rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 4, boneless skinless (1.5 lbs) chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 12 oz, trimmed asparagus
- 1, sliced into wedges lemon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp flour, 1 tbsp dried thyme, 1 tbsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then coat each evenly with the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken breasts and cook for 3 minutes per side until golden brown — do not move them while searing.
- Step 4: Push chicken to one side of the skillet, then add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and 12 oz trimmed asparagus to the empty side. Cook for 2 minutes to start softening.
- Step 5: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-18 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and vegetables are tender.
- Step 6: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with lemon wedges and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Herb-Crusted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 One-Pan Herb-Crusted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes?
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 One-Pan Herb-Crusted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes?
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 One-Pan Herb-Crusted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes 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 One-Pan Herb-Crusted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
