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Chicken in Dill Sauce

90 min
660 kcal
4 servings

By eatmundo · August 4, 2026

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A classic Polish comfort dish featuring succulent chicken poached in a delicate, velvety dill cream sauce. It is best served alongside boiled potatoes or delicate egg noodles.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Chicken in Dill Sauce from another cuisine is Ryba Po-Russki (Russia): the two share 55% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

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How to Make It

  • 1

    Cut 1.2kg of boneless chicken (thighs work best) into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with 1 tsp of salt.

  • 2

    Melt 50g of butter in a large deep pan over medium heat until it foams.

  • 3

    Add 2 chopped onions to the butter and sauté for 5 minutes until they become translucent and soft.

  • 4

    Add the chicken to the pan and brown the pieces for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink.

  • 5

    Pour in 400ml of water, cover the pan, and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes until the chicken is tender.

  • 6

    Whisk 20g of flour into 200ml of cream in a small bowl until completely smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.

  • 7

    Lower the heat so the liquid only barely simmers. Whisk 50ml of the hot cooking liquid into the cream mixture to temper it, then slowly pour it into the pan, stirring constantly. Simmer gently without boiling for 5 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens to a velvety texture and the flour no longer tastes raw. Season with 3g of salt.

  • 8

    Remove from heat and stir in 1 finely chopped bunch of fresh dill; serve immediately while aromatic.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chicken in Dill Sauce?

Chicken in Dill Sauce is a Polish dish of chicken pieces (boneless thighs work best) simmered in a creamy, dill-infused sauce. It is typically served as a main course for dinner, often accompanied by boiled potatoes or noodles.

Which chicken cut works best?

Boneless chicken thighs are best as they remain tender and juicy during the simmering process.

Can I use dried dill?

Fresh dill is essential for the authentic flavor profile; dried dill lacks the necessary brightness.

Why did my sauce curdle?

The sauce curdles if the cream is added to rapidly boiling liquid. Lower the heat to a bare simmer and temper the cream mixture with a little hot cooking liquid first, then keep the sauce from boiling.

What is the best side dish?

Boiled potatoes tossed with butter and parsley are the traditional pairing for this creamy dish.

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