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Lemon Chicken Asparagus Stir-Fry

A quick and easy one-pan dish featuring juicy chicken, fresh asparagus, and a zesty lemon kick, perfect for family meals or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 7 mL olive oil
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 100 grams asparagus, trimmed
  • 0.5 pieces lemon, zest and juice Zest of half a lemon plus extra for garnish
  • 45 mL soy sauce
  • to taste steamed rice To serve

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sprinkle sliced chicken breasts with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring even coverage.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Cooking
  1. Add the seasoned chicken and stir-fry until the surface is no longer pink, approximately 4 minutes.
  2. Incorporate minced garlic into the pan and continue stir-frying until chicken is fully cooked, about 4 minutes more.
  3. Add asparagus, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the pan. Toss to combine and cook until asparagus is just tender, approximately 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in soy sauce and stir well to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Serve chicken and asparagus stir-fry over steamed rice. Garnish with additional lemon zest to taste.

Notes

Timing is key: Add the asparagus at the right moment for a perfect crunch. If you have extra time, marinate the chicken in soy sauce to intensify the flavor. Don’t skip toasting the garlic as it adds deliciousness. Try using other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for variety. Serve with a simple salad to round out the meal.