Description
Enjoy a quick and delicious weeknight meal featuring tender chicken and vibrant asparagus, all drizzled with tangy balsamic vinegar for a flavorful dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb fresh asparagus (trimmed)
- 1/3 cup high-quality balsamic vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and olive oil until combined.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on one side of a large baking sheet. On the other side, arrange the fresh asparagus.
- Drizzle half of the balsamic mixture over both the chicken and asparagus.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is cooked through.
- Drizzle any remaining sauce over the dish before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with asparagus (approximately 6 oz total)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Substitute asparagus with green beans or broccoli for variety. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or sprinkle feta cheese before serving for extra flavor.