Chicken and Mushrooms with Asparagus Recipe
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
246 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Chicken and Mushrooms with Asparagus Recipe
Description
Chicken and Mushrooms with Asparagus Recipe starts by browning cubed boneless, skinless chicken over medium heat then setting it aside. Mushrooms are diced and cooked with quartered onion rings, then seasoned with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavors. Asparagus chopped into bite-size pieces is stirred in and cooked briefly to retain a slight crunch and freshness.
After combining the sautéed chicken back into the skillet, whole garlic cloves are pressed into the pan to release their aroma and flavor. Fresh lime juice squeezed in elevates the dish with brightness and acidity. The mixture is allowed to cook a few minutes to blend the flavors before serving immediately.
This dish works well as a simple main course, providing protein and vegetables in one pan. It can be served alone or alongside grains like rice or quinoa for a fuller meal. The quick sauté method preserves texture and freshness of the asparagus and mushrooms.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken boneless, skinless
- 1 lb mushrooms
- 1 yellow onion quarter ring
- 1 lb asparagus
- 1 tbsp salt to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper ground
- 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil for frying, generic cooking oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 lime juiced
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients for the recipe.
- Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes. Brown the chicken on a skillet preheated with oil over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Dice the mushrooms, onion, and asparagus into bite size chunks.
- Brown the mushrooms with the onion and season the veggies with salt and pepper. Stir the asparagus into the skillet and cook the veggies for two more minutes.
- Stir in the chicken pieces. Press the garlic cloves into the pan and squeeze the lime juice in.
- Allow the mixture to cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and serve the stir fry immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 144mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 1304mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 812mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 616IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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