Avocado-Crusted Chicken Breast with Lemon-Dill Sauce

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Juicy chicken breasts coated in creamy avocado mash and baked until golden, served with a bright lemon-dill sauce. This american-inspired keto (high protein) ready in about 37 minutes pairs chicken breast, avocado, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.3 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 22 min Serves 1 American cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat chicken dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  2. Step 2: Cut avocado in half, remove pit, and scoop flesh into a small bowl. Mash with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Spread mashed avocado evenly over chicken breasts to form a 1/8-inch crust. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 20-22 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and avocado crust is golden.
  5. Step 5: While chicken bakes, whisk 2 tbsp heavy cream, 1/4 tsp fresh dill, and remaining 1 tsp lemon juice in a small bowl until combined.
  6. Step 6: Slice chicken and drizzle with lemon-dill sauce immediately before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Avocado-Crusted Chicken Breast with Lemon-Dill Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Avocado-Crusted Chicken Breast with Lemon-Dill Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Avocado-Crusted Chicken Breast with Lemon-Dill Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Avocado-Crusted Chicken Breast with Lemon-Dill Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Avocado-Crusted Chicken Breast with Lemon-Dill Sauce keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, high protein, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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