Description
Creamy Chicken and Asparagus is a delightful dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and vibrant colors. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then combined with fresh asparagus and enveloped in a luxurious cream sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for date nights or family gatherings. Each bite is a comforting blend of textures that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Sear the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and asparagus. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the asparagus is bright green.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping any bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with lemon juice and dried herbs. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve plated with asparagus on top, drizzling extra sauce over for indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce and asparagus (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 150mg