Pan-Seared Chicken with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary

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A simple yet elegant dish featuring chicken breasts seared to golden perfection and infused with the aromatic notes of roasted garlic and fresh rosemary. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, garlic cloves, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

★ 4.4 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer skillet to oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. Step 3: While chicken roasts, toss halved garlic cloves with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp salt on a baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes until golden and soft.
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken from oven and let rest 5 minutes. Squeeze roasted garlic into pan juices, add chopped rosemary and 2 tbsp butter, stirring until melted. Stir in lemon juice and pour sauce over chicken.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Chicken with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary 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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary?

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 garlic cloves from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Chicken with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary?

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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary 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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary?

Mediterranean 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.

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