Green Lemon Chicken and Asparagus
Prepare green lemon chicken with asparagus using a skillet, featuring marinated chicken and fresh asparagus.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast (boneless and skinless, cut into strips) | 800 | Grams |
| Asparagus (trimmed and cut into 5 cm pieces) | 2 | Bunch |
| Lemon (zested and juiced) | 2 | Count |
| Olive Oil (extra virgin) | 3 | Tbsp |
| Garlic (minced) | 4 | Clove |
| Chicken Broth (low sodium) | 250 | Milliliters |
| Fresh Parsley (chopped) | 1 | Bunch |
| Salt (to taste) | 1 | Tsp |
| Black Pepper (freshly ground) | 0.5 | Tsp |
| Butter (unsalted) | 2 | Tbsp |
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken strips with lemon zest, half of the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add marinated chicken strips to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and asparagus. Sauté until asparagus is tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Add chicken broth and remaining lemon juice. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Prep
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Kitchen equipment
ZesterLarge Skillet