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One Pan Chicken and Asparagus

One Pan Chicken and Asparagus

One Pan Chicken and Asparagus is a simple, nourishing, and flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with fresh asparagus, garlic, and lemon, all roasted together on a single sheet pan for easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into even pieces
  • 1 large bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed fresh
  • 1 large lemon, half for juice and half sliced into rounds
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and prepare your sheet pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and trim the asparagus, then pat it dry.
  3. Pat the chicken dry, cut it into bite-sized pieces, and place it in a mixing bowl.
  4. Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then pour two-thirds over the chicken and toss to coat.
  5. Spread the chicken on one side of the prepared sheet pan and place the asparagus on the other side, drizzling the remaining marinade over the asparagus.
  6. Arrange lemon slices on top of the chicken and asparagus.
  7. Roast in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, checking the chicken's internal temperature at 15 minutes to ensure it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  8. Let rest for five minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Ensure chicken and vegetables are dry before seasoning to achieve a golden-brown color. Avoid overcrowding the pan for best results.