Rosemary-Glazed Chicken Breast with Roasted Asparagus

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Roasted with fresh rosemary, served with perfectly crisp asparagus. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (high-protein, keto-friendly) ready in about 39 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breast, asparagus, 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 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: 24 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Trim woody ends from asparagus and toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Place asparagus on one side of the baking sheet and chicken breasts on the other. Drizzle chicken with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Step 4: Scatter 2 tbsp fresh rosemary over chicken breasts and place additional rosemary sprigs on asparagus.
  5. Step 5: Roast for 22-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and asparagus is tender with slight char on edges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Rosemary-Glazed Chicken Breast with Roasted Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 39 minutes (15 min prep + 24 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 Rosemary-Glazed Chicken Breast 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 (6 oz each) chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rosemary-Glazed Chicken Breast 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 Rosemary-Glazed Chicken Breast with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

Is Rosemary-Glazed Chicken Breast with Roasted Asparagus high-protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein, keto-friendly based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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