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Simple Lemon Herb Chicken and Asparagus

This recipe provides a fast, healthy dinner option using chicken breasts and fresh asparagus, seasoned simply with lemon and herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Asparagus
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 6 oz each
  • 1 bunch asparagus Trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large lemon Juice and zest
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken breasts on one side of the prepared baking sheet. Brush half of the oil mixture over the chicken.
  4. Place the trimmed asparagus on the other side of the baking sheet. Drizzle the remaining oil mixture over the asparagus and toss to coat.
  5. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C) and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
  6. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

If your chicken breasts are very thick, you may want to pound them slightly to an even thickness before seasoning. This helps them cook at the same rate as the asparagus.

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