Description
Skillet Lemon Dill Chicken Thighs is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms busy weeknights into delightful culinary experiences. Juicy chicken thighs are seared to perfection, then simmered in a tangy lemon-dill sauce that brightens every bite. This dish brings warmth and joy to your dinner table, making it perfect for family meals or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop garlic, squeeze lemons for juice, and chop dill.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper; sear skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in lemon juice, scraping the pan to incorporate brown bits.
- Sprinkle chopped dill over chicken, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg