Chicken Asparagus Melt

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this luscious Chicken Asparagus Melt, a one-pan wonder brimming with flavor and simplicity. Tender chicken breasts are perfectly seasoned and seared to golden perfection before being nestled atop crisp-tender asparagus, all smothered in gooey, bubbly mozzarella cheese. Infused with the aromatic sweetness of sautéed garlic, a zesty hint of lemon juice, and the herby goodness of Italian seasoning, this baked dish strikes the perfect balance between comfort food and wholesome eating. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an ideal recipe for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, offering a protein-packed, low-carb meal that’s as delicious as it is effortless. Serve it straight from the skillet for a rustic yet elegant presentation, and prepare to watch it disappear from plates!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 1 pound asparagus
• 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then drizzle with lemon juice.

Step 6

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, placing them on top of the asparagus.

Step 7

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the Chicken Asparagus Melt warm, garnished with additional Italian seasoning or freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1391.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2001.3

Total Fat 88.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 682.2mg	0%
Sodium 4064.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.4g
Protein 264.5g	0%

Vitamin D 27.1IU	0%
Calcium 1380.6mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1182.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.2%

Protein: 53.6%

Carbs: 6.2%