One-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken with Roasted Potatoes and Carrots
Tender chicken thighs simmered with potatoes and carrots in a bright lemon-dill sauce, all cooked in a single pot for effortless weeknight dining. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 50 minutes pairs (8 oz), peeled and sliced carrots, olive oil, zested and juiced lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 bone-in, skin-on (1.5 lbs) chicken thighs
- 2 medium (1 lb), peeled and cubed potatoes
- 2 (8 oz), peeled and sliced carrots
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the pot, then add potatoes and carrots. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften.
- Step 3: Return chicken to the pot, add chicken broth, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, and 1 tbsp dill. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Stir in remaining 1 tbsp dill and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken with Roasted Potatoes and Carrots take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 with Roasted Potatoes and Carrots?
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-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken with Roasted Potatoes and Carrots?
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 with Roasted Potatoes and Carrots 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-Pot Lemon-Dill Chicken with Roasted Potatoes and Carrots?
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
- ★★★★★
Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
