Chicken Saute with Lemon Dill and Feta
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavor-packed Chicken Sauté with Lemon Dill and Feta. This quick and easy skillet recipe combines juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts with a tangy lemon-broth sauce infused with the fresh, herbaceous notes of dill and a touch of garlic. The dish is finished with crumbled feta cheese, adding a creamy, salty contrast that elevates every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing centerpiece, this recipe takes just 35 minutes from prep to plate. With optional parsley for a garnish and a hint of zesty lemon to tie it all together, this low-carb, Mediterranean-inspired chicken dish is as beautiful as it is delicious. Pair it with a side of roasted vegetables or a light couscous salad for a complete and satisfying meal!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 3
Lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Stir in the lemon juice and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 5
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover and let the chicken cook in the lemon-broth mixture for 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 6
Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and place it on a serving platter.
Step 7
Stir the chopped dill and lemon zest into the sauce in the skillet, allowing it to warm through for 1-2 minutes.
Step 8
Spoon the sauce over the chicken breasts, then sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
Step 9
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1033.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1756.1 |
| Total Fat 79.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 691.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4424.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.5g | |
| Protein 235.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 688.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2127.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories