A Fresh, 5-Ingredient Dinner in Just 20 Minutes!
Busy weeknights? No problem. This 5-Ingredient Lemon Chicken with Asparagus is your perfect quick and easy dinner solution! Juicy, pan-seared chicken meets vibrant asparagus and caramelized lemons, all brought together in a simple honey butter sauce.
With minimal ingredients, one pan, and just 20 minutes, this dish delivers big, fresh flavors with zero hassle. Whether you’re craving something light, healthy, and flavorful or just need a no-fuss meal that tastes gourmet, this recipe has you covered.
Trust me—once you try it, it’s going straight into your weekly dinner rotation!
5-Ingredient Lemon Chicken with Asparagus
A quick and easy dinner featuring juicy pan-seared chicken, bright asparagus, and caramelized lemons in a simple honey butter sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup flour
- ½ tsp salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
- 1–2 cups chopped asparagus
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 2 tbsp honey + 2 tbsp butter (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to about ¾ inch thickness. If they are very thick, slice them in half horizontally instead.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Coat each piece of chicken lightly in the flour mixture.
Cook the Chicken
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Sprinkle each side with lemon pepper seasoning as it cooks.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Sauté the Asparagus & Caramelize the Lemons
- In the same pan, add the chopped asparagus and sauté for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Place lemon slices flat in the pan and cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes per side until caramelized. (Adding a small pat of butter helps prevent sticking and enhances browning.) Remove from the pan.
Assemble & Serve
- Return the asparagus and chicken to the pan, layering the caramelized lemons on top.
- If using, melt honey and butter together and drizzle over everything for extra flavor.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- If your chicken is thicker, slicing it in half instead of pounding works just as well.
- The honey butter drizzle is optional but adds a delicious touch of sweetness.
