Pan-Seared Haddock with Dill and Lemon

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Flaky haddock fillets seared to golden perfection with a bright dill-lemon sauce. This seafood-inspired one pot ready in about 20 minutes pairs (6 oz each) haddock fillets, 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 350 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Seafood cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 2 haddock fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place haddock fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flakes easily with a fork.
  3. Step 3: Remove haddock from skillet and set aside. Add 1 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill to the skillet, stirring until butter melts.
  4. Step 4: Whisk in 1 tsp lemon zest and 1 tbsp lemon juice, cooking for 1 minute until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle the lemon-dill sauce over the haddock fillets and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Haddock with Dill and Lemon take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Pan-Seared Haddock with Dill and Lemon?

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 (6 oz each) haddock fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Haddock with Dill and Lemon?

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 Pan-Seared Haddock with Dill and Lemon 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 Pan-Seared Haddock with Dill and Lemon?

Seafood 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.

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