Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Tangy Lemon-Dill Sauce

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Pan-seared to golden perfection and topped with a bright, creamy lemon-dill sauce that livens up the dish. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, salt, black pepper 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts dry and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F; transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 1 tbsp unsalted butter and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1 tsp honey, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, about 2 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over it, and cook for another minute to heat through. Serve immediately with extra dill garnish if desired.

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