Lemon-Herb Grilled Chicken with Asparagus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

A simple, high-energy meal featuring lemon-marinated chicken and grilled asparagus to combat fatigue and support radiant skin during Whole30. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, lemon, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 2, 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

• 2 (6 oz each), boneless and skinless chicken breasts
• 1, zested and juiced lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 bunch (12 oz), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces asparagus

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, zest and juice of 1 lemon, 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them, turning to coat both sides. Marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and place marinated chicken breasts on the pan. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and chicken is golden brown.
3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, place 1 bunch (12 oz) trimmed and cut asparagus pieces in a single layer on the grill pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp-tender and slightly charred.
4. Step 4: Slice chicken and serve immediately with grilled asparagus, drizzling any remaining marinade over the top for extra flavor and nutrient absorption.