NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 ounces Chicken Breast

1 cup Asparagus

1 tablespoon Olive Oil

1/2 Lemon

1 clove Garlic

Pinch Salt

Pinch Black Pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Pat the chicken breast dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.

• 2

  Finely mince the garlic and zest the half lemon; then juice the lemon and set both aside.

• 3

  Heat half of the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

• 4

  Add the chicken breast to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

• 5

  In the meantime, preheat your oven to 425°F.

• 6

  Place the asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and lightly season with salt and pepper.

• 7

  Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until tender and slightly crisp.

• 8

  Once the chicken is cooked, add the minced garlic and lemon zest to the pan, allowing the flavors to meld for about 1 minute.

• 9

  Drizzle the lemon juice over the chicken, then plate the chicken alongside the roasted asparagus.

• 10

  Serve immediately, enjoying the balance of zesty, garlicky chicken with the fresh crunch of asparagus.