Description
A quick and easy one-skillet dinner featuring juicy lemon chicken breasts and tender asparagus cooked in a flavorful garlicky butter sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
Vegetables and Flavorings
- 2 cups asparagus, trimmed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add Garlic, Lemon, Butter, and Asparagus: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic, lemon juice, butter, and trimmed asparagus to the skillet. Sauté everything together until the asparagus is tender and the flavors have melded, about 5 minutes.
Notes
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Ensure the chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Serve with rice or crusty bread to soak up the sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
