Lemon-Dill Chicken with Lemon-Herb Rice

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With bright lemon and dill flavors, served over fluffy rice infused with fresh herbs. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs zested and juiced lemon, chopped fresh dill, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tbsp dill. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  2. Step 2: Remove chicken and set aside. Add shallot to skillet and cook for 1 minute until softened.
  3. Step 3: Add brown rice and chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
  4. Step 4: Stir in remaining 1 tbsp lemon zest, lemon juice, and dill weed into rice. Slice chicken and serve with rice, garnished with extra dill.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Dill Chicken with Lemon-Herb Rice take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 with Lemon-Herb Rice?

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 zested and juiced lemon from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Chicken with Lemon-Herb Rice?

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 with Lemon-Herb Rice for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Lemon-Dill Chicken with Lemon-Herb Rice gluten-free?

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

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