Chicken in Lemon Dill Butter
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Chicken in Lemon Dill Butter. Lightly dredged and pan-seared to golden perfection, the chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious sauce made with fresh lemon juice, fragrant dill, and a touch of garlic, creating a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and herbaceous flavors. This one-pan recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy days while still feeling restaurant-worthy. Serve it with fluffy rice, buttery mashed potatoes, or crisp steamed vegetables to soak up every drop of the zesty lemon dill butter sauce. Packed with fresh ingredients and easy steps, this recipe is your go-to for a quick yet elegant meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth (low sodium)
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap, and pound to an even thickness using a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy skillet.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Dredge the chicken lightly in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess flour.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and foamy.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a spatula to deglaze and release any browned bits.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and fresh dill.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, stirring until the butter is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the lemon dill butter sauce over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 3-5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Serve the chicken warm with the sauce drizzled on top. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.0 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.4 g | 197% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 716 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 2958 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 223.8 g | 448% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1976 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
