Description
This chicken asparagus recipe is the kind of dish that earns a spot in your weekly meal plan without trying too hard. It’s fast, healthy, and full of flavor, combining juicy seared chicken with crisp asparagus and a buttery garlic-lemon sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant enough for company, this one-pan wonder comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes, grated parmesan
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and sear until golden and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes). Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add asparagus and cook for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Pour in broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
- Add lemon juice and zest, stir, and simmer 1–2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan, toss everything to coat, and simmer for 1–2 minutes more.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.
Notes
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For added richness, stir in a splash of cream or finish with grated parmesan.
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Marinate chicken in lemon juice, garlic, and oil for 15 minutes before cooking for even more flavor.
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Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310