Saucy Chicken and Asparagus Recipe ๐๐ฑ
Description: This delightful dish, sourced from Quick Cooking magazine, is not only a treat for the taste buds but also adds a pop of color to your dinner table. It’s a fantastic way to entice even the pickiest eaters, including the little ones, to enjoy the nutritious goodness of asparagus. With a creamy sauce and tender chicken, this recipe is a surefire hit for any occasion!
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Chicken, Poultry, Cheese, Vegetable, Meat, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 416
- Aggregated Rating: 4.5 (from 12 reviews)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Asparagus spears | 1 1/2 lbs |
| Boneless skinless chicken breast halves | 4 pieces |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp |
| Pepper | 1/4 tsp |
| Mayonnaise | 1 cup |
| Lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
| Curry powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Cheddar cheese | 1 cup |
Instructions:
-
Prepare Asparagus:
- If desired, partially cook the asparagus and drain any excess water.
-
-
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
-
Grease Baking Dish:
- Grease a 9-inch square baking dish to prevent sticking.
-
Brown Chicken:
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken in oil on both sides until golden brown.
-
Season Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper according to taste.
-
Arrange Chicken and Asparagus:
- Place the partially cooked asparagus spears in the greased baking dish.
- Arrange the browned chicken pieces over the asparagus in the dish.
-
Prepare Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, and curry powder to create a creamy sauce.
-
Pour Sauce Over Chicken:
- Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken pieces in the baking dish, ensuring they are well coated.
-
Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
-
Add Cheese Topping:
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove the foil and sprinkle cheddar cheese over the chicken and asparagus.
-
Let Stand:
- Allow the dish to stand for about 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt slightly and the flavors to meld together.
-
Serve:
- Serve the Saucy Chicken and Asparagus hot, straight from the oven, for a delightful and wholesome meal experience.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 416 per serving
- Fat Content: 24g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 111.3mg
- Sodium Content: 1161.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 13.1g
- Fiber Content: 3.5g
- Sugar Content: 2.8g
- Protein Content: 38g
Enjoy this delicious Saucy Chicken and Asparagus dish with your loved ones, and watch as it becomes a family favorite for years to come! ๐ฝ๏ธโจ
