Pan-Seared Lemon-Herb Chicken with Asparagus

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

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Coated in a bright lemon-herb crust, paired with tender asparagus roasted to perfection. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, fresh rosemary, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) chicken breasts
2 tbsp fresh rosemary
1 lemon
16 oz asparagus
3 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 tbsp dijon mustard
2 tbsp all-purpose flour

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 2: Remove chicken and set aside. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 16 oz trimmed asparagus to the skillet. Sauté for 6 minutes until asparagus is crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet. Whisk 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp all-purpose flour with 2 tbsp water. Pour over chicken and asparagus, stirring to coat. Simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly, then serve immediately.