Description
A deliciously simple dish featuring tender chicken breasts seared in a rich butter-garlic sauce paired with fresh asparagus.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, allowing it to froth slightly.
- Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate.
- Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding burning.
- Add the asparagus, lemon juice, and dill, stirring to combine thoroughly.
- Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the asparagus is tender yet still vibrant.
- Return the chicken to the skillet to warm through before serving, ensuring everything is coated in the luscious sauce.
Notes
Opt for fresh chicken and avoid rushing the cooking process to enhance flavor. Serve with a garnish of fresh herbs for a lovely presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg