Lemon & Dill Chicken Recipe

Name: Lemon & Dill Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingredients; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (1-1 1/4 pounds); Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste; 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, or canola oil, divided; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 teaspoons flour; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided; 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

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Preparation
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1.Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until well browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil.
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2.Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to the pan. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Whisk broth, flour, 1 tablespoon dill and lemon juice in a measuring cup and add to pan. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
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3.Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan; reduce heat to low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a warmed platter. Season sauce with salt and pepper and spoon over the chicken. Garnish with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill.
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Nutrition
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Per serving : 173 Calories; 6 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 4 g Mono; 64 mg Cholesterol; 3 g Carbohydrates; 24 g Protein; 0 g Fiber; 236 mg Sodium; 219 mg Potassium
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Exchanges: 3 very lean meat, 1 fat

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingredients, 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (1-1 1/4 pounds), Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste, 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, or canola oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Lemon & Dill Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lemon & Dill Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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