Best 6 Lemon Thyme Chicken Crunch Recipes

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Lemon thyme chicken crunch is a delightful dish that combines the bright, citrusy flavor of lemon with the aromatic herbiness of thyme. This tantalizing entrée offers a crispy, crunchy exterior and a tender, succulent interior, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Whether you're looking for a weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for a special occasion, lemon thyme chicken crunch is sure to please.

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LEMON & THYME ROASTED CHICKEN



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I love lemon and thyme together so I decided to roast a chicken with that combo. The seasoning is simple, and the meat comes out moist and tender. -Pam Nelson, Beaverton, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 roasting chicken (5 to 6 pounds)
1 medium lemon, halved
1/4 large sweet onion
1/4 cup fresh thyme sprigs
6 garlic cloves, peeled
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Mix minced thyme, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Place chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, breast side up. Tuck wings under chicken; tie drumsticks together. Squeeze juice from lemon halves over chicken; sprinkle with thyme mixture., Loosely stuff chicken with squeezed lemon halves, onion, thyme sprigs and garlic. Roast 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. (Cover loosely with foil if chicken browns too quickly.), Remove chicken from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before carving. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts :

LEMON-THYME CHICKEN BREASTS



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Lemon-thyme chicken with a taste of Dijon mustard makes for a fantastic, lightly flavored chicken dish. Pairs great with white or yellow rice.

Provided by Gemini26

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup chicken broth
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ tablespoon unsalted butter
1 lemon, cut into thin slices

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, chicken broth, 2 tablespoons olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, garlic, chicken bouillon, and thyme in a small bowl. Mix together thoroughly.
  • Combine flour and salt on a small dish. Coat chicken with flour on both sides.
  • Heat butter and remaining olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Cook chicken until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Reduce heat to low and pour broth mixture and lemon slices over chicken. Cover and simmer until no longer pink in the centers, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and serve with lemon slices on top, spooning the broth over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 803.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

LEMON THYME CHICKEN TENDERS



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Sauteed chicken tenders get a flavor boost from fresh lemon and thyme. Great as a main meal or as a salad topper.

Provided by BEE_QUEEN

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
6 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest
¼ cup lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound chicken breast tenders
olive oil-flavored cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil, garlic, chopped thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Toss chicken with the olive oil mixture; allow to marinate for 5 minutes.
  • Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium-high heat. Cook chicken tenders in the hot pan until lightly browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 56.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

LEMON THYME CHICKEN



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Buttered onions are a great addition to this easy lemon chicken recipe. Best of all, it takes only a few minutes to brown the lightly breaded chicken on the stove top. -Kay Shimonek, Corsicana, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper. Set aside 4-1/2 teaspoons for sauce. Sprinkle remaining flour mixture over both sides of chicken. , In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook until juices run clear, 7-9 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. , In the same pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in thyme and reserved flour mixture until blended. Gradually stir in broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from bottom of pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve over chicken. Sprinkle with thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 647mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON THYME CHICKEN CRUNCH



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Make and share this Lemon Thyme Chicken Crunch recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup (may use reduced fat)
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme or 1/8 teaspoon basil leaves, crushed
2/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon paprika
4 chicken breast halves, skinned (about 2 lbs)
vegetable oil cooking spray (optional)

Steps:

  • In small bowl mix soup, water, lemon juice and thyme.
  • Mix bread crumbs and paprika on a plate.
  • Dip chicken into 1/2 cup soup mixture.
  • Coat with bread crumb mixture.
  • Place chicken on baking sheet.
  • Spray chicken with cooking spray.
  • Bake at 375 F for 1 hour or until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Heat remaining soup mixture.
  • Serve with chicken.

LEMON THYME CHICKEN



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Make and share this Lemon Thyme Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sarah R.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper.
  • Set aside 4-1/2 teaspoons for sauce.
  • Sprinkle the remaining flour mixture over both sides of chicken.
  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 7-9 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.
  • Remove and keep warm.
  • In the same pan, saute onion in butter until tender.
  • Add thyme and reserved flour mixture; stir until blended.
  • Gradually stir in the broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from bottom of pan.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Serve over chicken.
  • Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.1, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 76.1, Sodium 581, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.7, Protein 29.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh lemon thyme, chicken, and vegetables will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken, make sure to give it enough space so that it can brown evenly.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade will help to tenderize the chicken and add flavor.
  • Roast the vegetables at a high temperature: This will help to caramelize the vegetables and bring out their natural sweetness.
  • Serve the chicken and vegetables immediately: This will ensure that they are at their best.

Conclusion:

Lemon thyme chicken crunch is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of crispy chicken, roasted vegetables, and flavorful sauce is sure to please everyone at the table.

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