Pan-Seared Chicken with Dutchess Herb Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

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Pan-seared and finished with a fragrant herb butter inspired by the Hudson Valley region’s fresh flavors. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, unsalted butter, fresh thyme leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (about 6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place chicken breasts in the pan and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 3: While chicken cooks, in a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Mix until well combined.
Step 4: When chicken is nearly done, reduce heat to low and add the herb butter mixture to the pan. Spoon melted butter over chicken continuously for 2 minutes until fragrant and glossy.
Step 5: Remove chicken from skillet, drizzle with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.