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Chicken and Asparagus Lemon-Garlic Skillet

A fresh and zesty skillet dish featuring lean chicken breast, asparagus, and a lemon-garlic sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts about 8 oz total
  • 10 spears asparagus trimmed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Season chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes per side.
  • Add asparagus and garlic, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour in lemon juice and toss everything for 1 more minute. Serve hot.

Notes

Can be topped with fresh parsley for added flavor.
Keyword high-protein chicken, lemon garlic skillet
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