chicken breast meals
This Lemon Garlic Chicken Breast with Asparagus recipe is a flavorful and healthy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty lemon garlic sauce and served alongside tender asparagus.
Equipment
- 1 cutting board
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking dish or sheet pan
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 tongs or spatula
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds total.
- 1 piece lemon Juiced and zested.
- 4 cloves garlic Minced.
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 pound asparagus Trimmed.
- to taste fresh parsley For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Whisk until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bowl with the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour for more flavor.
- Prepare the asparagus by trimming the ends and placing them on a baking dish or sheet pan. Drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Once marinated, remove the chicken breasts from the bowl and place them on the baking dish or sheet pan with the asparagus.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C) and the asparagus is tender.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For a more intense flavor, you can marinate the chicken for a longer period.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as bell peppers or cherry tomatoes, to enhance the meal.
Serve with rice or quinoa to make it a complete meal.