Emerald Citrus Chicken with Lemon-Dill Rice

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A vibrant dish featuring tender chicken bathed in a bright lemon-dill sauce, paired with fluffy rice studded with fresh herbs for a colorful contrast. This Mediterranean-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season chicken thighs with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high; sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil, then stir in 1/4 cup fresh dill and lemon zest. Cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
  3. Step 3: Add rice to the skillet, stirring to coat with oil. Pour in 2 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  4. Step 4: Stir 2 tbsp lemon juice into the skillet with the dill mixture, then return chicken to the skillet. Cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and coats chicken evenly, with rice absorbing the citrusy flavors.

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