🍗 Creamy Baked Chicken and Asparagus
Description:
This dish is rich, comforting, and full of flavor. Juicy chicken breasts are baked in a creamy garlic sauce with tender asparagus, creating a perfect balance of protein and veggies in one pan. It’s a quick, elegant meal that feels indulgent but is easy enough for weeknights. The sauce turns silky and slightly golden in the oven, making it perfect to spoon over rice, pasta, or even crusty bread.
🧾 Ingredients:
- 2 large chicken breasts (or 4 small)
- 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat oven:
Set to 200°C (390°F). - Prepare chicken:
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. - Sear chicken (optional but recommended):
Heat olive oil + butter in a pan. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden. - Make sauce:
In the same pan, add garlic, cook briefly, then pour in cream and chicken broth. Stir in Parmesan and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thick. - Assemble:
Place chicken in a baking dish, add asparagus around it, and pour sauce over everything. - Bake:
Bake for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is bubbly. - Serve:
Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with extra Parmesan or herbs.
❓ Q & A:
Q1: Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?
Yes, but the sauce will be thinner. Add a little flour or cornstarch to thicken.
Q2: What if I don’t have asparagus?
You can use broccoli, green beans, or spinach instead.
Q3: How do I know the chicken is done?
Internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).
Q4: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble everything and refrigerate, then bake when ready.
Q5: What should I serve with it?
Rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or even garlic bread work great.