Skillet Cream Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus
Tender chicken and asparagus are paired with a rich cream sauce brightened by lemon, garlic, shallots, Italian herbs, and Pecorino Romano. A touch of red pepper adds gentle heat, while butter and olive oil round out the sauce. This quick one-pan dish suits a weeknight dinner and is special enough for guests, served with fettuccine or rice.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Cream Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 60 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 36
- Heart Health
- 81
- Metabolic
- 36
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 58
- Performance
- 52
- General Wellness
- 1
In a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag, combine flour, Italian seasoning, red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Move the ingredients around in the bag to mix well, then set aside.
- 2
Place the chicken pieces between 2 sheets of plastic wrap on a cutting board. Pound the breasts to a uniform thickness of about 1/2-inch, then blot dry with paper towels.
- 3
Add the chicken pieces to the flour mixture, seal the bag, and shake until all the chicken is lightly coated.
- 4
Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the butter stops sizzling and the pan is hot, carefully add the chicken pieces. Lightly brown each side, cooking 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- 5
In the same skillet, with the drippings, add butter, shallots, and asparagus pieces. Cook, stirring often, about 3 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and bright green. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 6
Stir in the cream, lemon juice, and pecorino Romano cheese until the cheese is melted, about 1 minute. Nestle the chicken pieces back into the pan and cook until the sauce is thickened and the chicken is heated through, about 3 minutes.
- 7
Garnish with fresh flat-leaf parsley and serve warm.
- Calories 581.51 kcal High 29%
- Protein 46.39 g Good Source 93%
- Carbohydrate 16.56 g 6%
- Total Fat 35.32 g High 45%
- Saturated Fat 18.33 g High 92%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 189.67 mg High 63%
- Sodium 290.97 mg Moderate 13%
- Dietary Fiber 4.41 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 3.11 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 236.75 mg Moderate 18%
- Iron 3.76 mg Good Source 21%
- Potassium 319.42 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 152.84 mcg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin C 25.51 mg Good Source 28%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Skillet Cream Lemon Garlic Chicken with Asparagus is made with 18 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Asparagus, Black Pepper, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 581.51 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Cream Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Asparagus, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 18 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet Cream Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 581.51 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Cream Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Skillet Cream Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus healthy?
- Skillet Cream Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 581.51 calories and 46.39 g of protein, or 93% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 290.97 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 18.33 g (92% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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