Pan-Seared Dill Chicken with Roasted Asparagus

Name: Pan-Seared Dill Chicken with Roasted Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh dill; 1 lemon; 3/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 lb asparagus

Tender chicken breasts coated in fresh dill and lemon, paired with vibrant roasted asparagus for a balanced dinner.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh dill
1 lemon
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 lb asparagus

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1 lb trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp fresh dill, lemon zest from 1 lemon, lemon juice from 1 lemon, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Rub mixture evenly over both sides of 4 chicken breasts.
Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 4: Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve with roasted asparagus.