Dilled Lemon Chicken
Brighten up your dinner table with this irresistible Dilled Lemon Chicken recipe, a perfect balance of zesty citrus and fragrant fresh dill. Succulent chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a luscious lemon garlic sauce infused with chicken stock and finished with velvety butter. The addition of vibrant lemon zest and a sprinkle of fresh dill elevates this dish to gourmet status while maintaining its simplicity. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy and elegant meal is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing option for a dinner party. Serve it over steamed rice, roasted potatoes, or with fresh vegetables for a wholesome, flavorful feast that celebrates the best of crisp, clean flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Zest one lemon and juice both lemons. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chicken stock to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cover the skillet. Simmer for about 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Remove the chicken breasts and place them on a serving plate.
Stir 2 tablespoons of butter and chopped fresh dill into the skillet sauce. Let it cook for another 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly.
Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts and garnish with additional dill, if desired.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1684 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.0 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 645 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 2941 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 222.2 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 231 mg | 5% | |
*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.
