Quick Keto Lemon Dill Chicken (Ready in 20 Minutes)
A zesty, low-carb chicken dish with tender thighs pan-seared and smothered in a vibrant lemon dill sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 20
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Keto Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 1/2 pounds
Sea salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Garlic powder 3/4 teaspoon
Onion powder 3/4 teaspoon
Ghee 2 Tablespoons, divided
Arrowroot or tapioca flour 1 1/2 tablespoons
Chicken bone broth 1 1/2 cups
Juice of one medium lemon About 2-3 Tablespoons
Fresh dill 2 tablespoons, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Lemon slices optional, for garnish
Instructions
Pat chicken dry; season with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Heat 1 Tablespoon ghee in a skillet over medium. Sear chicken until golden (5 minutes per side). Remove chicken.
Add remaining ghee to the skillet. Stir in arrowroot flour until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and chopped dill. Simmer to thicken (3-5 minutes). Return chicken to skillet and coat in sauce.
Serve topped with dill and lemon slices if desired.
Notes
Substitute ghee with avocado oil for a halal option.
Use low-sodium bone broth for higher keto compliance.
Garnish with extra dill for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg