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Chicken & Asparagus One Skillet Meal

Easy Chicken & Asparagus One Skillet Meal for Busy Nights

This Chicken & Asparagus One Skillet Meal is a quick and flavorful recipe that's perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet Dish
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • ½ cup heavy cream can substitute with almond milk
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese freshly grated preferred
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese can substitute with Pecorino Romano
  • 1 bunch asparagus chopped

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 sliced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for about 3–4 minutes until the onion is translucent and aromatic. Stir occasionally to prevent the garlic from burning. Once cooked, transfer the mixture to a bowl and set aside.
  2. Return the skillet to the heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the skillet, searing each side for 5–6 minutes until golden brown. Use tongs to flip the chicken for even cooking. When cooked through, remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, combine 1 cup of chicken broth, ½ cup of heavy cream, 4 oz of cream cheese, ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk over medium heat for about 3–5 minutes until the cheeses melt and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Return the seared chicken breasts back to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the creamy sauce. Cover and reduce heat to low, letting them simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Incorporate 1 bunch of chopped asparagus into the skillet. Stir gently to coat in the creamy sauce, then cover and cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until the asparagus is bright green and just tender.
  6. If the sauce is thicker than desired, leave the skillet uncovered and let it simmer for an extra 2–3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve your Chicken & Asparagus One Skillet Meal, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the dish by swapping chicken for tofu or different types of cheese as per your preference.

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