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Cheesy Chicken Asparagus Dinner..pan fried chicken breasts, fresh asparagus, simmered in a white wine sauce and smothered with melted italian cheeses.
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CHEESY CHICKEN ASPARAGUS DINNER

Cheesy Chicken Asparagus Dinner..pan fried chicken breasts, fresh asparagus, simmered in a white wine sauce and smothered with melted Italian cheeses. When you are looking for a one pan meal, this is it. Everything can be prepared in one skillet and served right from it
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Chicken and Asparagus, Cheesy Chicken Dinner, Chicken Dinner, One Pan Chicken Dinner
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 400kcal
Author pamelashank2015

Ingredients

  • CHICKEN:
  • no stick cooking spray
  • 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 cups fresh asparagus washed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • SAUCE:
  • 2 Tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 shallot thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup white wine may use chicken broth if desired instead
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mixed Italian cheeses parmesan, asiago, romano

Instructions

  • Spray a large skillet with non stick cooking spray. Heat the oil and butter over a medium heat.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place the flour in a small bowl and dredge chicken on both sides.
  • Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in medium saucepan. Add the asparagus and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Prepare the sauce: Whisk the 2 Tablespoons of flour into the skillet until smooth. Add the chicken broth, garlic, shallot, wine, lemon juice, and sour cream. Cook for 2 minutes, whisking frequently.
  • Place the chicken and asparagus into the sauce. Cook, uncovered, on low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Sprinkle cheese over the chicken breasts, cover skillet, and cook on low heat until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to a serving platter.
  • Makes 2 servings

Notes

NUTRITIONAL DISCLAIMER. Calorie count provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
NOTES
  • You may use chicken broth instead of the white wine in the sauce.
  • Do not overcook the chicken as it will become too dry. 
  • Any variety of white melting cheeses can be used if you prefer different ones.