Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of tender chicken and crisp asparagus in this quick, healthy recipe that delights at any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a bowl, combine chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper; coat evenly.
- Add minced garlic and lemon juice to the chicken, mixing well.
- Toss fresh asparagus with a drizzle of olive oil in the same bowl until coated.
- Arrange chicken and asparagus in a single layer in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 75°C).
- For added richness, sprinkle Parmesan cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (170g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg