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-inspired chicken recipe (high-protein, low-carb), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs Chicken breast, Almond flour, 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 "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

• 2 (6 oz each), boneless and skinless Chicken breast
• 3 tbsp Almond flour
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 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.