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.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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).

Step 7

Remove the chicken breasts and place them on a serving plate.

Step 8

Stir 2 tablespoons of butter and chopped fresh dill into the skillet sauce. Let it cook for another 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 9

Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts and garnish with additional dill, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1062.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1683.5

Total Fat 79.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 644.6mg	0%
Sodium 2940.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 3.4g
Protein 222.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 133.6mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 231.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 53.6%

Carbs: 3.5%