Creamy Chicken with Asparagus
Creamy Chicken with Asparagus is a delightful dish that harmonizes tender chicken and fresh asparagus in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings, this recipe brings comfort and flavor to any table. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a meal that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. Serve it over rice or pasta for a complete dining experience that tantalizes the taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups cooked pasta or rice (for serving)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus by washing, trimming, and cutting it into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sauté for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and asparagus to the skillet, sautéing for an additional 3 minutes until asparagus is bright green but crisp.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Lower the heat slightly before adding heavy cream to create the sauce.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Serve over cooked pasta or rice, drizzling any remaining sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg