Pan-Seared Garlic Chicken with Almond Flour Crust

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

Coated in a garlicky almond flour mixture, seared to golden perfection with a rich buttery finish. This American chicken recipe (high-protein, low-carb), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs Chicken breast, Almond flour, and Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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

• 2 (6 oz each) Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 3 tbsp Almond flour
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 1/4 tsp Dried thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) dry with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp almond flour, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 tsp dried thyme; coat each chicken breast evenly with the mixture.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter foams; add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.