NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz boneless skinless chicken thighs

1 tbsp olive oil

1 cup asparagus

3 cloves garlic

0.5 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp garlic powder

0.5 tsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

• 2

  Pat the chicken thighs completely dry with a paper towel to ensure a perfect sear, then season both sides evenly with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

• 3

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

• 4

  Place the chicken thighs in the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes without moving them, until the bottom is deeply golden and crispy.

• 5

  While the chicken sears, trim the woody ends off the asparagus and toss the spears in a bowl with the remaining 0.5 tbsp of olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice.

• 6

  Flip the chicken thighs over and arrange the seasoned asparagus in a single layer around the chicken in the skillet.

• 7

  Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the asparagus is tender-crisp.

• 8

  Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 3 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.