Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Asparagus and Lemon

Name: Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Asparagus and Lemon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 300g chicken breasts; 100g asparagus; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon; 1 clove garlic; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Juicy chicken breasts seared to golden perfection alongside tender asparagus and bright lemon flavor, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Cuisine: American

Category: Keto

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

300g chicken breasts
100g asparagus
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon
1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Season 300g chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add 2 tbsp olive oil to the skillet and sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 2: While chicken cooks, trim 100g asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces. Add to the skillet with the chicken for the last 4 minutes of cooking until tender-crisp.
Step 3: Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over the chicken and asparagus, then sprinkle with 1 minced garlic clove. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then remove from heat and serve immediately.