Description
Skillet Lemon Dill Chicken Thighs is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken thighs with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon and fragrant dill. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this skillet chicken will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients by chopping garlic and dill.
- Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes on one side until golden brown; flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and chopped dill around the chicken; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken; let simmer for another couple of minutes until flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg