Description
If you’re looking for a dish that feels like sunshine on a plate, let me introduce you to Creamy Lemon Chicken with Asparagus. This dish brings together tender, juicy chicken with a rich, velvety sauce that’s packed with bright lemony flavor.
Ingredients
4 medium chicken breasts, (boneless, skinless)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp EACH crushed red pepper, salt, pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter, (divided)
1 pound asparagus, (trimmed and cut in 3rds)
1/2 cup onion, (minced)
3-4 cloves garlic, (minced)
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, (optional)
Instructions
Season chicken with Italian seasoning, crushed chili pepper, salt & pepper. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Add butter onion, and asparagus to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until just tender. Add the garlic and cook for just under a minute.
Add heavy cream, lemon juice, and parmesan cheese; stir to combine. Return chicken to the pan and simmer 3-4 minutes or until the sauce has thickened. Taste and adjust salt & pepper if needed. If the sauce is too thick, add 1/4 cup water, chicken stock or broth.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 25
Nutrition
- Calories: 607kcal
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 55g