Skillet Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus
Skillet Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus pairs juicy, well-seasoned chicken thighs with crisp-tender asparagus in a bright, buttery lemon-garlic pan sauce. The balance of citrus, herbs, and a touch of richness makes it vibrant yet comforting. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner when you want big flavor with minimal cleanup and a fresh, springlike finish.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 4 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 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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- 23
- Heart Health
- 76
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Pat the chicken thighs dry and trim off any extra fat.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix the Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Season both sides of the chicken thighs with this herb mixture.
- 3
In a large nonstick skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. When the oil is hot and the butter has melted, add the chicken in a single layer and brown both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- 4
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits, and bring it to a boil. Boil until the broth is reduced by half, 3 to 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the asparagus and cook, stirring occasionally, until it turns a deep, bright green, 3 to 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the fresh garlic and lemon juice to the asparagus and cook for about 1 minute. Add the butter one tablespoon at a time, stirring quickly to melt each piece before adding the next.
- 7
Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling the pieces into the sauce and asparagus. Sprinkle with the minced parsley and cook until the internal temperature of the chicken, measured with an instant-read thermometer, reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 2 to 3 minutes.
- 8
Spoon the sauce over the chicken thighs and garnish with lemon slices. Serve warm.
- Calories 431.86 kcal High 22%
- Protein 47.32 g Good Source 95%
- Carbohydrate 8.21 g 3%
- Total Fat 25.11 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 8.47 g High 42%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 213.72 mg High 71%
- Sodium 425.22 mg Moderate 18%
- Dietary Fiber 2.81 g Moderate 10%
- Total Sugars 2.81 g --
- Added Sugars 0.04 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 35.19 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 4.95 mg Good Source 28%
- Potassium 314.3 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 77.2 mcg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin C 8.52 mg Low Source 9%
- 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 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Skillet Lemon Garlic Chicken with Asparagus is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Chicken Broth, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 431.86 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Chicken Broth, Fresh Parsley, Garlic Powder. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet 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 431.86 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Skillet Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus healthy?
- Skillet Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Asparagus has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 431.86 calories and 47.32 g of protein, or 95% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 425.22 mg (18% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.47 g (42% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk and Garlic, 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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