Description
This Grilled Chicken Breast with Creamy Dill Sauce is a perfect summer dish featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned with garlic and onion powders, grilled to perfection, and topped with a luscious homemade dill sauce. The sauce combines sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, and garlic to create a creamy, tangy complement to the smoky grilled chicken. It’s a quick and easy recipe ideal for a healthy main course that pairs wonderfully with roasted potatoes, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Dill Sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it is properly heated before placing the chicken on it for even cooking.
- Prepare the Chicken: Brush both sides of the chicken breasts with olive oil, then season evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to infuse flavor.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear, indicating the chicken is fully cooked.
- Make the Creamy Dill Sauce: While the chicken is grilling, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist.
- Serve: Serve the grilled chicken breasts with a generous spoonful of the creamy dill sauce drizzled over the top for a flavorful finish.
Notes
- You can prepare the creamy dill sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for convenience.
- Using fresh dill in the sauce provides the best flavor, but dried dill can be substituted if fresh is unavailable.
- This grilled chicken pairs excellently with side dishes like roasted potatoes, steamed rice, or a crisp green salad for a balanced meal.
