Description
Savor Mediterranean-inspired Chicken, Asparagus, and Mushroom Skillet, a harmonious blend of tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and earthy mushrooms. Quick and elegant, this one-pan wonder delivers robust flavors that transport you straight to a rustic Italian kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, sliced
Fresh Vegetables:
- 12 pound (0.5 pounds / 226 grams) fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into thirds
- 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 1/2 cloves garlic, minced
Cooking Fats and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons white cooking wine
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
Optional Serving:
- Cooked rice or pasta
Instructions
- Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet, warming over medium-high temperature to create a flavorful cooking base.
- Infuse the oil with minced garlic, stirring quickly to release its aromatic essence without burning.
- Enhance the pan’s flavor profile by introducing a vibrant splash of lemon juice, crisp white cooking wine, and a harmonious blend of dried herbs including parsley, basil, and oregano, with a precise sprinkle of salt.
- Carefully layer chicken slices into the seasoned skillet, allowing each piece to develop a golden-brown exterior while ensuring complete internal cooking.
- Introduce fresh asparagus and sliced mushrooms to the skillet, gently sautéing until vegetables reach a perfect tender-crisp consistency and absorb the rich, herbal pan juices.
- Transfer the succulent chicken and vegetable medley to a serving platter, offering the option to nestle the dish atop fluffy rice or al dente pasta for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Opt for fresh herbs like parsley and basil instead of dried to enhance the overall flavor profile and brightness of the dish.
- Choose bone-in chicken thighs for juicier meat that remains tender and prevents drying out during cooking.
- Slice asparagus diagonally to create elegant presentation and ensure even cooking throughout the vegetable.
- Experiment with low-carb alternatives like cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for those following ketogenic or gluten-free diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg