Description
A light and creamy lemon dill chicken skillet made with wholesome ingredients. This quick dinner combines tender chicken with a tangy, herb-infused sauce for a healthy and comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or light cream
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Optional: spinach or kale
- Optional: mushrooms
- Optional: Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant.
5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any bits from the pan.
6. Reduce heat and stir in Greek yogurt until smooth.
7. Add lemon juice, zest, Dijon mustard, oregano, and dill. Mix well.
8. Add optional vegetables like spinach or mushrooms and cook until softened.
9. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
10. Simmer for a few minutes until flavors combine.
11. Adjust seasoning and serve warm with extra dill or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Serve with brown rice, quinoa, or vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Use plant-based yogurt for a dairy-free option.
- Add extra lemon zest before serving for more brightness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently to maintain creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 65mg