Peephole Chicken Breast

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

A single-serving chicken breast dish with a delicate herb crust and a small, flavorful sauce, designed to be enjoyed in one bite. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless, skinless chicken breast, all-purpose flour, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 1, 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

• 6 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• to taste salt
• to taste freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp chicken broth
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season the 6 oz chicken breast with 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: Add 2 tbsp chicken broth and 1 tsp lemon juice to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
4. Step 4: Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for 1 minute to absorb the sauce, then transfer to a plate.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.