Description
Asparagus & Parmesan Baked Chicken is a quick, one-pan dinner that combines juicy chicken breasts, tender asparagus, and melted parmesan cheese for a flavorful, low-carb meal ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or a healthy family dinner, this recipe delivers comfort and nutrition in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon juice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease an oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Coat chicken breasts in the flour mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly covered.
- Melt butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
- Arrange asparagus around the chicken in the skillet. Season with remaining salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and asparagus is tender.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the chicken and asparagus. Bake for another 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Notes
- If your skillet is not oven-safe, transfer the chicken and asparagus to a baking dish before baking.
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier alternative; adjust cooking time if needed.
- For a gluten-free version, replace flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour.
- Freshly grated parmesan melts better and gives a richer flavor than pre-shredded.
- Serve leftovers with salad, pasta, or quinoa for easy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked / Skillet
- Cuisine: American / Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 849 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 48 mg
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