Description

This Lemon Pepper Chicken and Asparagus recipe is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken strips with crisp asparagus, all seasoned with zesty lemon pepper and garlic. A perfect one-pan meal for a quick and healthy dinner.

Ingredients

Chicken:

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips or bite-sized pieces

Asparagus:

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

Seasoning:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Juice and zest of 1 lemon

Garnish:

Lemon slices and chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet. Add chicken, season with lemon pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned. Set aside.
Cook Asparagus: In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and butter. Cook asparagus for 4–5 minutes until tender.
Combine and Serve: Return chicken to the pan, add lemon juice and zest. Toss everything until heated through. Serve garnished with lemon slices and parsley.

Notes

Serve with rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
You can use green beans or broccoli as a substitute for asparagus.