Creamy Chicken Asparagus Skillet
This dish features tender chicken breasts and crisp-tender asparagus simmered in a silky, lemon-bright cream sauce. Made entirely in one skillet, it combines fresh herbs, garlic, and Parmesan for a vibrant, comforting meal with a beautiful, glossy finish. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining, it feels both fresh and indulgent.
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Calories: 380kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts boneless and skinless – 2 pieces
- Asparagus – 1 bunch
- Garlic finely minced – 3 cloves
- Heavy cream – 3/4 cup
- Lemon zest – 1 teaspoon
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Butter – 1 tablespoon
- Parmesan cheese freshly grated (optional) – 1/4 cup
- Salt – to taste
- Black pepper – to taste
- Fresh herbs parsley, basil, or tarragon, chopped – for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
- Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side until golden
- Remove chicken from the pan and set aside
- Add butter to the skillet
- Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant
- Add asparagus and cook for 3–4 minutes
- Pour in heavy cream and stir gently
- Add lemon zest and lemon juice
- Return chicken to the skillet
- Simmer for 3–4 minutes until chicken is cooked through
- Sprinkle Parmesan and fresh herbs before serving
Notes
Feel free to swap herbs or vegetables based on the season. For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for heavy cream at the end. Always check chicken with a thermometer for perfect doneness.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 800mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg