NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 cups asparagus spears

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp lemon zest

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 clove garlic

0.5 tsp dried thyme

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

• 2

  Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears and set aside.

• 3

  Mince the garlic clove and finely zest the lemon.

• 4

  Season the chicken breast evenly on both sides with sea salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and the lemon zest.

• 5

  Heat 0.5 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

• 6

  Once the pan is hot, sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms.

• 7

  In a small bowl, toss the asparagus spears with the remaining 0.5 tbsp of olive oil and minced garlic.

• 8

  Arrange the seasoned asparagus in the skillet around the chicken breast.

• 9

  Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the asparagus is tender-crisp.

• 10

  Remove from the oven and drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the chicken and asparagus before serving.