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One Pan Lemon Chicken and Asparagus on a white plate with creamy sauce, Parmesan, and lemon wedges

One Pan Lemon Chicken and Asparagus

This One Pan Lemon Chicken and Asparagus is a time-saving, delicious recipe that combines juicy chicken and crisp asparagus in a creamy lemon sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 (5-to-6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch segments
  • 1 lemon
  • 3/4 cup whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Place one chicken breast on a cutting board. Cover with plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet until it’s about 3/4-inch thick. Repeat for all chicken breasts.
  2. Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a very-large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken and sear for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F). Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add asparagus to the same skillet. Cook over medium-high for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bright green and tender. Set aside with the chicken.
  5. Juice half of the lemon (you’ll need about 1 1/2 tablespoons) and cut the remaining half into wedges.
  6. In the same skillet, add the lemon juice, whipping cream, Parmesan, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2 minutes while scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits.
  7. Season the sauce with the remaining salt and pepper, then return the chicken and asparagus to the skillet. Simmer for one more minute to heat everything through.
  8. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.

Notes

Pro tip: To prevent sticking, let your skillet heat up fully before adding the chicken. You’re aiming for that perfect golden-brown crust!