Lemon-Dill Chicken & Asparagus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A balanced, nutrient-dense meal that supports post-Whole30 reintroduction with lean protein and vibrant vegetables. This American-inspired chicken recipe (whole30 reset), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken breast, asparagus, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

Ingredients

• 6 oz chicken breast
• 1 cup asparagus
• 1/2 lemon
• 1 tbsp fresh dill
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• pinch black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season chicken breast with sea salt and black pepper. Heat 1/2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
2. Step 2: While chicken cooks, snap off asparagus ends and cut into 1-inch pieces. Add asparagus to the skillet with 1 tbsp water, cover, and steam for 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
3. Step 3: Rest chicken for 5 minutes, then slice thinly. Squeeze lemon juice over asparagus, add minced garlic and dill, and toss until fragrant. Serve chicken over asparagus mixture with remaining olive oil drizzled on top.