Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 4 tablespoons butter High-quality butter is recommended for best flavor
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for optimal taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Lemon wedges for serving Enhances flavor and presentation
Method
Cooking
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pan. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and toss everything together to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.
- Serve hot, with lemon wedges on the side if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 38gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh garlic and high-quality butter. Cut the chicken and asparagus into similar sizes for even cooking. Add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for more variety. For a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic.
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