Description
This Creamy Dill Chicken recipe features tender seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious sauce made with chicken broth, heavy cream, and fresh dill. Perfectly balanced with aromatic garlic and onions, it offers a comforting and elegant meal ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup flour (regular or spelt flour)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 1/2 white onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or finely diced
- 3/4 cup chicken broth (or stock)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, diced (plus more to garnish)
Instructions
- Season and coat chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and optional black pepper. Add the flour to a bowl and dredge each chicken breast, coating evenly but not necessarily using all the flour.
- Sear chicken: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté aromatics: If necessary, add a little more oil to the skillet. On low heat, cook the diced onion and minced garlic for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Prepare the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and increase the heat so it bubbles lightly. Use a spatula to scrape and lift any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the heavy cream, stirring to combine, then cook the sauce for 4-5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Finish with dill and chicken: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and sprinkle over the fresh dill. Stir the dill into the sauce and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Ensure the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (73.9°C) at its thickest part using a meat thermometer before serving.
Notes
- You can use regular all-purpose flour or spelt flour to dredge the chicken.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with a lighter cream if preferred but may affect richness.
- Fresh dill adds the best flavor; dried dill can be used in a pinch but reduce the amount since it is more concentrated.
- Using a meat thermometer ensures chicken is safely cooked without drying out.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables to complement the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
