Description
A delightful dish featuring marinated chicken breasts infused with lemon and dill flavors, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
- 3garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoonsdried dill or2 tablespoonsfresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- Fresh dill sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Marinatethe chicken: In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and ensure they are well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
- Cookthe chicken: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Make sure to cook in batches if your skillet is not large enough to hold all the chicken at once.
- Garnishand serve: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve garnished with lemon slices and fresh dill sprigs for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust cooking time based on chicken thickness.
- Prep Time:30 minutes
- Cook Time:15 minutes
- Category:Main Course
- Method:Cooking
- Cuisine:American