Description
A delightful recipe featuring succulent chicken breasts and tender asparagus in a rich lemon-infused cream sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add trimmed asparagus to the skillet and sautรฉ for about 3-4 minutes until tender. Remove and set aside with chicken.
- Stir in minced garlic and sautรฉ until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest; stir to combine.
- Return the chicken and asparagus to the skillet, coating them with the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use fresh lemon juice and zest. Donโt overcook the chicken to ensure juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautรฉing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with asparagus
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg