Pan-Seared Lemon Herb Chicken with Garlic Butter Asparagus

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

For the Marinade:

- 2 lemons (zest and juice)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 4 cloves garlic, minced

For the Garlic Butter Asparagus:

- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade:
- In a medium bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice, olive oil, oregano, thyme, and minced garlic. Mix well.

2. Marinate the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for enhanced flavor.

3. Sear the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess. Season each breast with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts. Sear the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until cooked through and golden brown. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a plate.

4. Prepare the Garlic Butter Asparagus:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the asparagus to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp.

5. Final Touch:
- Arrange the chicken breasts and garlic butter asparagus on a serving platter. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT1H10M
1 hour and 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes
- Total Time: PT1H30M
1 hour and 30 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Lemon chicken, Garlic butter asparagus, Herb-marinated chicken, Easy dinner, Pan-seared chicken, Skillet meal, Asparagus recipe, Quick dinner, Flavorful chicken, Dinner recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

960 calories for the entire dish

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