One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Asparagus

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A perfectly seared chicken breast with crispy asparagus and bright lemon-herb pan sauce, ready in under 30 minutes. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 ounces each) chicken breasts, tablespoon olive oil, teaspoon dried thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

★ 4.0 (11 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Pat 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry, then brush with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season evenly with 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Arrange 1 bunch trimmed asparagus around the chicken, place 1 thinly sliced lemon and 2 minced garlic cloves on top, and bake for 22-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and asparagus is tender-crisp with golden edges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Asparagus?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoon olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Asparagus?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Asparagus?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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