Description
Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken with Asparagus is a quick and delicious weeknight meal that combines tender chicken breasts, vibrant asparagus, and a rich lemon garlic sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish offers a perfect balance of zesty and creamy flavors, making it ideal for busy evenings or special gatherings. Serve it over rice or pasta, or alongside a fresh salad for a satisfying and impressive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients. Wash the asparagus and snap off tough ends.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant. Add lemon juice and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring constantly until mixed well. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, add asparagus, cover, and cook for another 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and asparagus (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg