Dill Lemon Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Dill Lemon Chicken recipe, a bright and flavorful dish that comes together in just 35 minutes. Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious garlic-infused lemon-dill sauce, providing the perfect balance of tangy and herbaceous flavors. Fresh dill and a touch of lemon zest add a refreshing aromatic twist, while a buttery, deglazed pan sauce makes every bite indulgent yet light. Easily customizable and naturally gluten-free, this dish is perfect for pairing with steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the vibrant sauce. Whether you're hosting guests or craving an elegant family dinner, this quick and healthy recipe will quickly become a favorite in your meal rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and mix in any browned bits.
Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes to slightly reduce. Stir in the chopped dill.
Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to reheat and allow the flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and serve the chicken warm, drizzled with the sauce. Garnish with additional dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.7 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 624 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 3509 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 220.2 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2114 mg | 45% | |
*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.
