Description
Savor the delightful combination of tender chicken and fresh asparagus in this quick and easy dish, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the asparagus and trim the tough ends. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil until shimmering. Add crushed garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Toss in the asparagus and sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the dish just before serving. Optionally, garnish with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg