Garlic Butter Chicken Asparagus
Indulge in the savory goodness of Garlic Butter Chicken Asparagus, where tender chicken meets crisp asparagus in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will impress your family and friends without keeping you in the kitchen for hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange the trimmed asparagus around the chicken.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice.
- Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over the chicken and asparagus.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and asparagus is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg