YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Tender Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Asparagus
Pan-seared chicken breast infused with zesty lemon and aromatic oregano, served alongside crisp-tender roasted asparagus and fluffy quinoa for a bright and nourishing meal.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz chicken breast
1 cup asparagus
0.5 cup cooked quinoa
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
0.5 whole lemon
1 clove garlic
0.25 tsp dried oregano
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and toss the spears with 0.5 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, and black pepper directly on the baking sheet.
Roast the asparagus for 12-15 minutes until tender and slightly charred at the tips.
While the asparagus roasts, season the chicken breast evenly on both sides with the dried oregano, remaining sea salt, and black pepper.
Heat the remaining 0.5 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken in the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the exterior is golden brown.
In the final minute of cooking, add the minced garlic and a fresh squeeze of lemon juice to the pan, spooning the juices over the chicken.
Plate the chicken alongside the roasted asparagus and warm quinoa, garnishing with extra lemon zest if desired.