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Lemon Dill Chicken with Creamy Sauce

Lemon Dill Chicken with Creamy Sauce
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Lemon Dill Chicken with Creamy Sauce is a quick, flavorful, and comforting dinner combining zesty lemon, fresh dill, and a luscious creamy sauce coating tender chicken breasts. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, balancing simplicity with elegance for a satisfying and impressive meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor and help achieve a golden sear.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Sauce Base: Lower the heat to medium and sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen browned bits for extra flavor.
  4. Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently. Allow the sauce to simmer for 3-4 minutes until it slightly thickens. Stir in the chopped fresh dill and Dijon mustard if using, to infuse the sauce with vibrant herb flavor and a tangy complexity.
  5. Combine and Finish: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon sauce over them. Let everything heat through for 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, then serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Patting the chicken dry before cooking is essential to getting a golden sear instead of steaming the meat.
  • Use fresh lemon zest for a powerful citrus aroma that bottled juice can’t replicate.
  • Simmer the sauce gently to prevent the cream from curdling.
  • Don’t skip fresh dill—dried herbs don’t provide the same vibrant flavor.
  • Let the chicken rest briefly after cooking to keep it moist and tender.

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Keywords: Lemon Dill Chicken, Creamy Chicken, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Recipe, Gluten Free Chicken

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