Chicken and Asparagus Delight
Indulge in this vibrant Chicken and Asparagus recipe, where tender chicken meets crisp asparagus for a delightful culinary experience. This dish bursts with flavor, thanks to a harmonious blend of garlic, soy sauce, and honey. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, it’s easy to make and visually stunning—guaranteeing smiles all around the dinner table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus by washing and trimming the ends.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and lemon juice; add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add garlic and asparagus to the skillet during the last few minutes of cooking; sauté until asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove chicken from the skillet; add remaining marinade and a splash of water to create a sauce. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce alongside asparagus. Heat for an additional minute before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with asparagus (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg