Description
This One-Pan Lemon Dill Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The combination of zesty lemon and aromatic dill pairs beautifully with tender chicken thighs, creating a delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6)
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more as needed
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill (from 8 sprigs), divided
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Brown the chicken in a skillet.
- Make the Sauce: Prepare a lemon dill sauce in the same skillet.
- Finish Cooking: Return the chicken to the pan and simmer until cooked through.
- Final Touches: Stir in fresh dill and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use chicken breasts instead of thighs.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
