Healthy · Easy · Delicious

Garlic Lemon Chicken & Asparagus

A FRESH, FLAVORFUL MEAL THAT COMES TOGETHER IN JUST 20 MINUTES!

SERVES 2
PREP TIME 5 MIN
COOK TIME 15 MIN

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)

• 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb), trimmed

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 lemon (zest and juice)

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or mixed herbs like thyme, oregano, rosemary)

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• Optional: red pepper flakes (for a little heat)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep the chicken. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with 1 tbsp olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.

2. Cook the chicken. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Cook the asparagus. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add asparagus and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly crisp.

4. Add garlic and lemon. Stir in the minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper and (optional) red pepper flakes. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Return chicken. Place the chicken back in the skillet, spoon the garlic lemon sauce over the top and heat for 1–2 minutes.

6. Garnish and serve. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and enjoy!

TIP: Serve with quinoa, brown rice, or a simple side salad for a complete meal!