Save A vibrant, zesty chicken dish featuring juicy chicken breasts, fresh asparagus, and a bright lemon-garlic sauce—all cooked together in one pan for easy cleanup.
This is my go-to weeknight meal when I want something fast yet impressive; the family loves how juicy and flavorful the chicken turns out.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts: 4 boneless skinless
- Asparagus: 1 bunch (about 450 g), trimmed
- Lemon: 1 medium, sliced
- Garlic: 3 cloves minced
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Unsalted butter: 1 tbsp
- Dried Italian herbs: 1 tsp (or mixed dried oregano and thyme)
- Paprika: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp chopped (optional)
- Lemon wedges: for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Set to 400°F (200°C)
- Season chicken:
- Pat dry and season both sides with salt pepper paprika and Italian herbs
- Sear chicken:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden
- Sauté garlic:
- Remove chicken briefly; add garlic to pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant
- Add asparagus:
- Toss asparagus in garlic butter in the pan
- Arrange chicken and lemon:
- Place chicken breasts on asparagus and scatter lemon slices over all
- Roast in oven:
- Cook for 15–18 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and asparagus is tender
- Rest and serve:
- Remove from oven let rest for 2 minutes garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges
Save My family looks forward to this dish every week; it always brings us together at the dinner table with smiles.
Notes
For extra flavor marinate chicken in lemon juice olive oil and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking Swap asparagus for green beans or broccoli if desired Serve with roasted potatoes or a light salad for a complete meal
Required Tools
Large oven-safe skillet Tongs Chefs knife Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (butter) May contain Sulfites (from lemon if pre-packaged) Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Save This dish delivers on flavor and simplicity making it a perfect addition to your dinner rotation.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of chicken is best for this dish?
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work best as they cook evenly and stay juicy when seared and roasted.
- → Can I substitute asparagus with other vegetables?
Yes, green beans or broccoli are great alternatives that roast well alongside chicken.
- → How do I ensure the chicken stays moist?
Pat the chicken dry before seasoning and searing to develop a golden crust, then finish roasting to keep juices sealed.
- → Is it necessary to use fresh lemon slices?
Fresh lemon slices add vibrant citrus notes while roasting and help keep the ingredients bright and flavorful.
- → Can this dish be prepared ahead of time?
Marinating the chicken in lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil for 30 minutes beforehand enhances flavor and tenderness.