Description
A one-pan, flavor-packed dinner featuring tender chicken breasts and crisp asparagus coated in creamy Caesar dressing and Parmesan, finished with a fresh lemon squeeze.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (store‑bought or homemade)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden, then remove skillet from heat.
- Spoon Caesar dressing over the chicken, then sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.
- Tuck trimmed asparagus around the chicken and sprinkle with garlic powder—and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and asparagus is tender‑crisp.
- Let rest briefly, then squeeze lemon over the dish just before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh asparagus for best texture and flavor.
- Add minced garlic for a deeper flavor.
- Cherry tomatoes or herbs can be added for variation.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Mix in red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with asparagus
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
