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Creamy Dill Chicken

Tender chicken breasts in a silky cream sauce with fresh dill, cherry tomatoes, and bell pepper for a bright, herbaceous dinner.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
42g
Creamy Dill Chicken
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Ingredients

  • 4 medium chicken breasts
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium bell pepper
  • ½ whole lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil until golden, about 4 minutes per side.

  2. 2

    Remove chicken and sauté minced garlic and diced bell pepper until softened, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Pour in heavy cream and add fresh dill, stirring to combine.

  4. 4

    Return chicken to pan and add cherry tomatoes, simmering until chicken reaches 165°F, about 12 minutes.

  5. 5

    Finish with lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet
  • meat thermometer
  • wooden spoon
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife

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