Sautéed Garlic and Thyme Chicken with Roasted Asparagus

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Tender chicken breasts seared with garlic and fresh thyme, served with perfectly caramelized asparagus for a simple yet elegant keto dinner. This american-inspired chicken (low-carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (about 12 oz total) Chicken breasts, Olive oil, minced Garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place asparagus on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat and arrange in a single layer.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Add chicken to skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken from skillet. Add minced garlic and thyme to skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Return chicken to skillet and toss to coat. Add roasted asparagus and toss gently to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic and Thyme Chicken with Roasted Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Sautéed Garlic and Thyme 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic and Thyme 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 Sautéed Garlic and Thyme Chicken 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 Sautéed Garlic and Thyme Chicken with Roasted Asparagus low-carb?

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

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