One-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken and Farro Bowl
A balanced meal of pan-seared chicken with nutty farro and bright lemon-dill sauce, ready in under 30 minutes. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breasts, farro, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 6 oz chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup farro
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp dill
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 2: While chicken cooks, bring 1 cup chicken broth to a simmer in a small saucepan. Add 1/2 cup rinsed farro, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and farro is tender.
- Step 3: Mince 1 garlic clove and whisk with 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp dill, and 1/4 tsp salt to make a sauce.
- Step 4: Slice cooked chicken and toss with farro. Drizzle with lemon-dill sauce and stir until evenly coated.
- Step 5: Let sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to integrate.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken and Farro Bowl take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken and Farro Bowl?
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 One-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken and Farro Bowl?
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-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken and Farro Bowl 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.
What goes well with One-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken and Farro Bowl?
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
- ★★★★★
Loved it! So easy to make and the whole family enjoyed it. The farro really soaks up the lemon-dill sauce.
- ★★★★★
Simple, healthy, and bursting with flavor! I'll be making this again and again. The lemon-dill combo is perfect.
- ★★★★★
This recipe saved my weeknight dinners! The lemon-dill flavor is bright and the farro adds a wonderful texture. My family devoured it.
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