Creamy Garlic Chicken & Asparagus
Indulge in a juicy, one-pan meal packed with flavor. tender chicken is seared and simmered in a rich garlic and cream sauce while perfectly cooked asparagus completes the dish in one convenient pan.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or mix of oregano and basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once heated, add the chicken breasts and sear for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Lower the heat to medium, and add the minced garlic to the pan. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the chicken broth and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the heavy cream and keep stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Place the trimmed asparagus into the skillet. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender but still crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, allowing it to soak in the creamy sauce for a minute. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Plate the chicken and asparagus, spooning extra sauce over the top. Garnish with grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in garlic and herbs for a few hours before cooking.
Make sure not to overcrowd the pan; cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
Adjust the thickness of the sauce by varying the amount of cream or broth to your preference.
To add a bit of brightness, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice can elevate the flavor of the dish.
If you like a kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
Make sure not to overcrowd the pan; cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
Adjust the thickness of the sauce by varying the amount of cream or broth to your preference.
To add a bit of brightness, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice can elevate the flavor of the dish.
If you like a kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.