Chicken and Asparagus Recipes
A quick, healthy meal combining tender chicken and crisp asparagus, bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Rinse asparagus under cold water and trim tough ends.
- 2. In a bowl, coat chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- 3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 4. Add asparagus in the last 5 minutes of cooking; stir gently to combine.
- 5. Stir in minced garlic during the last minute and squeeze lemon juice over the dish before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with asparagus (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Substitute asparagus with seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for added flavor. Let chicken rest after cooking for juicier results.