One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Potatoes
A simple, family-friendly dinner where tender chicken and vegetables cook together in one skillet, finished with bright lemon and dill flavors. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs olive oil, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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
- 4 (about 1.5 lbs total, boneless, skinless) chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1.5 lbs (halved) baby potatoes
- 12 oz (trimmed) asparagus
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp (chopped) fresh dill
- 2 (minced) garlic cloves
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 4 chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Place 1.5 lbs halved baby potatoes and 12 oz trimmed asparagus in a large oven-safe skillet.
- Step 3: Drizzle vegetables with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat.
- Step 4: Arrange seasoned chicken breasts on top of vegetables in the skillet.
- Step 5: Squeeze 2 tbsp lemon juice over chicken and vegetables, then sprinkle with 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp fresh dill.
- Step 6: Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and potatoes are tender.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Potatoes?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Potatoes?
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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Potatoes 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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Potatoes?
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
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.