Coconut Aminos-Glazed Chicken & Asparagus

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A flavorful one-pan dish with tender chicken and vibrant asparagus, featuring sugar-free coconut aminos for a satisfying meal that supports digestion during Whole30. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe (sugar-free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Chicken thighs, Asparagus, Coconut aminos for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 6 oz chicken thighs with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 5 minutes per side until golden.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp grated ginger to the skillet.
  4. Step 4: Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 cup trimmed asparagus and cook for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately with extra asparagus spears.

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