Lemon Garlic Chicken with Roasted Asparagus
Lemon Garlic Chicken with Roasted Asparagus is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken marinated in a zesty lemon-garlic blend with perfectly roasted asparagus. The bright flavors and crispy textures make it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal that will impress your family and friends, leaving them asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano (or thyme), salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over it, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and trim the asparagus; toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange marinated chicken on one side of a lined baking sheet and seasoned asparagus on the other.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and asparagus is tender-crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with asparagus (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: You can substitute asparagus with seasonal vegetables like zucchini or green beans. For added flavor, consider using melted butter instead of olive oil. To achieve crispy chicken skin, sear the chicken in a hot skillet before baking.