Crispy Garlic Chicken with Asparagus
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Crispy Garlic Chicken with Asparagus
Description
This recipe begins with halving boneless, skinless chicken breasts, which are dipped in melted butter and then coated in a mixture of Italian bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and flour. Pan-frying the chicken in butter gives a crispy exterior while cooking the meat through. The chicken is cooked about 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
After the chicken is set aside, additional butter is melted in the skillet to sauté minced garlic briefly, infusing the fat with flavor. Asparagus pieces, sliced into thirds, are added to the skillet and cooked until tender yet crisp. Parmesan cheese is sprinkled over the asparagus, and salt and pepper season the vegetables. The chicken is then returned to the pan to warm through before serving, allowing the flavors to mingle.
The dish balances crispy, garlicky chicken with buttery asparagus, making an easy main course that includes protein and vegetables. Serving it hot out of the pan preserves the crisp texture and fresh vegetable bite.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast halved, boneless, skinless
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- ½ cup Italian bread crumbs
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese divided, grated; plus 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 asparagus sliced into thirds, bunch
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat melt 2 tablespoons butter.
- Create the breading station by adding 4 tablespoons of melted butter in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish combine the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and flour.
- Dip the chicken in the butter then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Place the breading chicken in the skillet.
- Cook on each side for about 3-4 minutes until the outside is crispy and the chicken is cooked throughout. Set aside on plate.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter into the skillet. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook until tender. Salt and pepper to taste and add the parmesan cheese.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and heat through. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 420 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 420kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 133mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 532mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 462mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 765IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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