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Lemon Garlic Chicken with Asparagus Skillet


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  • Author: Laura Jennings
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Asparagus Skillet is a quick one-pan dinner with juicy chicken, fresh asparagus, and bright lemon flavor.


Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 lb fresh asparagus trimmed

3 tbsp olive oil

4 garlic cloves minced

1 lemon zest and juice

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional

1/4 cup chicken broth

2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped


Instructions

1. Season chicken with salt pepper and paprika

2. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat

3. Sear chicken 5-6 minutes per side until 165F

4. Remove chicken and set aside

5. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds

6. Add asparagus and cook 3-5 minutes

7. Add broth lemon zest and juice

8. Return chicken and simmer 3-4 minutes

9. Sprinkle parsley and serve

Notes

Use chicken thighs if preferred

Do not overcook chicken

Add butter for richer flavor

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg