Pan-Seared Chicken with Lemon and Fresh Dill

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

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Seared to golden perfection, finished with a bright herb-lemon sauce that elevates a simple weeknight meal. This American-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Chicken breasts, Olive oil, Lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) Chicken breasts
2 tbsp Olive oil
1 Lemon
2 tbsp Fresh dill
2 cloves Garlic
2 tbsp Butter
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 4 chicken breasts (each 6 oz) dry, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F, then transfer to a plate.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp butter and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped dill, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tbsp lemon juice, then return chicken to skillet. Cook for 1 minute, basting until sauce thickens slightly.