Easy Lemon Dill Chicken
Brighten up your dinner table with this Easy Lemon Dill Chicken, a quick, flavor-packed dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are simmered in a zesty lemon and fresh dill sauce, highlighted by the delicate aroma of garlic and a touch of butter for a velvety finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan recipe is simple yet sophisticated, blending tangy citrus with herbaceous notes for a refreshing, savory experience. Serve it with your favorite side dishes, and don’t forget the optional garnish of fresh dill sprigs and lemon slices to add a touch of elegance. Perfect for lovers of easy, flavorful, and wholesome chicken recipes!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 handful optional: fresh dill sprigs and lemon slices for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season them on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts.
Step 3
Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 4
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5
Deglaze the skillet by adding the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon.
Step 6
Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, then return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 8
Uncover the skillet and stir in the butter and chopped fresh dill. Allow the butter to melt completely, creating a silky sauce.
Step 9
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
Step 10
Serve the chicken hot, spooning the lemon-dill sauce over the top. Optionally, garnish with additional fresh dill sprigs and lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1073.2 grams (1073.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1557 |
| Total Fat 65.30g | 84% |
| Saturated Fat 18.30g | 92% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 623mg | 208% |
| Sodium 3467mg | 151% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.80g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.10g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 1.70g | |
| Protein 220.00g | 440% |
| Vitamin D 7IU | 35% |
| Calcium 162mg | 12% |
| Iron 11mg | 60% |
| Potassium 2207mg | 47% |
Source of Calories