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Delicious garlic butter chicken with asparagus on a plate for dinner

Garlic Butter Chicken & Asparagus

This Garlic Butter Chicken & Asparagus folds bright asparagus into a silky, garlicky butter sauce, creating a comforting and effortless weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed Approximately 1 lb
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh gives the best flavor
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated melts better
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional lemon wedges for serving To brighten the dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
Cooking Chicken
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
  2. Once sizzling, add the chicken breasts and sear for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.
Cooking Asparagus
  1. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and then the asparagus.
  2. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the asparagus and stir, cooking for about a minute until fragrant.
Finishing Touches
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet with the asparagus.
  2. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan on top and gently toss.
  3. Serve with a squeeze of lemon on top.

Notes

Control the sear with temperature; a properly preheated skillet yields a golden crust while keeping the interior moist. Rest chicken briefly after cooking to retain juices.