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Lemon and Dill Butter Garlic

Lemon and Dill Butter Garlic Chicken for a Cozy Dinner

A vibrant and satisfying Lemon and Dill Butter Garlic Chicken recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts or thighs Skinless for a lighter option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Best to control sodium levels
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Add a hint of spice
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Fresh lemon for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh dill Parsley can substitute if needed
For the Veggies
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For cooking
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Substitute with green beans, broccoli, or zucchini

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cook the Asparagus
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until tender but still crisp. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Sear the Chicken
  1. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until melted. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in the skillet for 3 to 5 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
Add Garlic and Spice
  1. Stir in 4 cloves of minced garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Make the Sauce
  1. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for approximately 5 minutes.
Add Lemon and Dill
  1. Stir in lemon juice and zest, along with 1/4 cup of chopped fresh dill. Return asparagus to skillet, tossing to coat.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Plate your Lemon and Dill Butter Garlic Chicken with Asparagus and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and avoid overcooking chicken and asparagus to maintain tenderness.

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