Description
Chicken Baked with Asparagus is a flavorful, one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken breasts with tender asparagus spears, all roasted to perfection. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a delightful blend of garlic and lemon that will have your guests asking for seconds. Prepare to savor a nutritious dish that brings the family together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken in the baking dish, surrounding it with fresh asparagus spears.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and asparagus to ensure even coverage.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with asparagus (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg