Lemon-Dill Chicken and Potato Skillet
Simple one-pan meal with tender chicken, crispy potatoes, and bright lemon-dill sauce. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 37 minutes pairs chicken breasts, russet potatoes, large lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- 1 large lemon
- 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Dice potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add potatoes and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy.
- Step 3: Push potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, then add chicken and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Squeeze lemon juice over everything, stir in dill, and cook for 2 more minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill Chicken and Potato Skillet 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 Lemon-Dill Chicken and Potato Skillet?
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 breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Chicken and Potato Skillet?
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 Lemon-Dill Chicken and Potato Skillet for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Lemon-Dill Chicken and Potato Skillet?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The dill really elevated the dish, and the potatoes got beautifully crispy.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for weeknight dinners—cooked everything in one pot and my kids devoured the potatoes.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The lemon-dill sauce made the chicken so fresh and flavorful.
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