Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Dill
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
388 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Braised Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Dill
Description
The recipe begins by seasoning bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then searing them skin side down in hot olive oil until golden brown. After removing the thighs briefly, sliced onions are cooked in the pan until soft and golden. The chicken is returned to the pan skin side up, then partially submerged in chicken broth infused with fresh dill sprigs, turmeric, cayenne, and more salt. The dish simmers covered on low heat for 40-45 minutes, with occasional basting, allowing the chicken to become tender and fully cooked with infused flavors.
The combination of lemon juice and dill provides a fresh and aromatic taste, while turmeric and cayenne contribute warmth without overpowering the dish. The braising liquid reduces slightly and flavors the chicken deeply. The texture balances between crisp skin and juicy meat beneath.
This preparation pairs well with simple sides such as rice or vegetables. The recipe calls for common kitchen equipment like a large skillet with a lid, making it approachable for home cooks seeking a flavorful braised chicken entrée.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thigh bone in skin on
- salt
- black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 onion sliced
- 1 quart chicken broth you won't need the whole quart, low sodium
- 8 prigs dill divided, fresh plus 1/2 tbsp chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or more to taste, freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Heat olive oil on high in saute pan until it just begins to smoke. As oil heats, season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken thighs, skin side down, for a few minutes until they are golden brown. Reduce heat to medium. Remove thighs from pan and set aside.
- Add sliced onion to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, soft and starting to turn golden. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
- Return thighs to pan, skin side up. Pour in chicken broth until it reaches halfway up the sides of the thighs.
- Arrange the fresh dill sprigs over and around the thighs (reserve the chopped dill). Sprinkle on 1/2 tsp turmeric, a pinch of cayenne, and 1/4 tsp salt (if you’re salt sensitive, you may omit the salt here and simply add to taste at the end of cooking). Bring broth to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium.Cover the pan, vented, and reduce heat to medium low. Let the thighs simmer for 40-45 minutes, basting with the cooking liquid every 10 minutes or so, until meat is exceptionally tender.
- Remove thighs from pan. Remove the dill sprigs from the broth. Add 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice to the pan sauce, or more to taste, as well as additional salt and pepper to taste if desired. The sauce should be semi-thick at this point; feel free to thicken it further with a slurry of 1 tbsp water and 2 tsp cornstarch, adding slowly to the pan and stirring at a simmer until desired thickness is reached.Serve thighs and sauce topped with remaining freshly chopped dill. Pairs well with any neutral-flavored starch like rice, quinoa or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Use a large skillet or sauté pan with a lid to braise the chicken properly.
- Season chicken generously before searing to enhance the crust and flavor.
- Baste the chicken occasionally during simmering to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Adjust lemon juice and salt to taste at the end of cooking for balance.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 256mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 445mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 135IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.8mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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