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Creamy Lemon Chicken with Asparagus


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A bright and flavorful dish featuring succulent chicken breasts with asparagus in a luscious lemon cream sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through, forming a nice golden crust.
  2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring to combine well. Keep stirring continuously to prevent curdling.
  4. Toss the asparagus into the cream sauce and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the asparagus and sauce, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  6. Plate the dish and garnish with lemon slices. Enjoy!

Notes

Don’t overcook the chicken to keep it moist. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg