Description
Bright, rich, and absolutely packed with flavor, this Lemon Dill Chicken Alfredo is elevated with a smoky Roasted Red Pepper Whipped Feta and Crispy Parmesan Zucchini. Perfect for a cozy dinner or to impress guests, it’s a restaurant-worthy meal made right at home. The lemon and dill brighten the creamy Alfredo, while the whipped feta adds a punch of tang and umami. A perfect addition to your list of easy recipes, dinner ideas, or even healthy comfort food.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/3 cup roasted red peppers
1 garlic clove (for feta)
2 medium zucchini, sliced
1 medium yellow squash, sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Butterfly chicken breasts and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high and sear chicken 6–7 minutes per side. Let rest.
3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
4. Toss zucchini and squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1/3 cup parmesan.
5. Spread veggies on parchment-lined tray and roast for 18–20 minutes until crisp and golden.
6. In a food processor, blend feta, roasted red pepper, 1 garlic clove, a splash of olive oil, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
7. In the chicken pan, sauté minced garlic in a drizzle of oil, then add cream. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
8. Stir in lemon juice, zest, parmesan, and dill. Simmer until slightly thickened.
9. Slice rested chicken. Spoon sauce over it.
10. Add whipped feta and serve with roasted veggies.
Notes
Use fresh dill at the very end to preserve its flavor and brightness.
Don’t overcrowd the zucchini on the pan—they need space to crisp!
If the Alfredo sauce thickens too much while resting, just add a splash of cream when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop & Oven
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: easy recipe, dinner ideas, lemon chicken, whipped feta, Alfredo