Description
Lemon Chicken Asparagus is a light, zesty, and protein-rich one-pan dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Juicy chicken breasts are seared and cooked with crisp-tender asparagus in a garlicky lemon sauce that’s both refreshing and comforting. Keyword: lemon chicken asparagus
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips or bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/3 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add remaining olive oil and sauté asparagus for 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then pour in lemon juice, zest, and chicken broth.
- Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Cook another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce is slightly reduced.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
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- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice for a full meal.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
Nutrition
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
