Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken with Parmesan Asparagus: A Simple and Delicious Recipe

 Are you looking for a simple yet delicious meal idea? Look no further than our sheet pan lemon chicken with parmesan asparagus recipe! This dish is not only easy to make but also packed with nutrients and protein from chicken breast and asparagus. The combination of zesty lemon, savory parmesan, and aromatic herbs will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Plus, it's perfect for springtime dinners or any occasion when you crave a wholesome and flavorful meal.

TOTAL TIME - 45 mins

Ingredients:

·        4 - Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts

·        2 Tbsp - Butter, melted

·        to taste - Fresh Parsley

·        1/2 tsp - Ground Black Pepper

·        1/2 tsp - Salt, divided

·        1 Tbsp - Dijon Mustard

·        1 tsp - Brown Sugar

·        1/2 Tbsp - Herbes de Provence

·        2 Tbsp - Panko Breadcrumbs

·        2 Tbsp - Panko Breadcrumbs

·        4 cloves - Garlic, minced

·        2 - Lemons, divided, juiced, zested

2 1/2 cups - Asparagus

Cooking Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

 

Step 2

Place on top of Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (4) with plastic wrap and use a rolling pin or meat mallet to pound chicken breast into even thickness pieces (about 1/4 thickness of the original thickness). Season with Salt (1/4 tsp) and Ground Black Pepper (1/4 tsp)

 

Step 3

In a small bowl, add Dijon Mustard (1 Tbsp), Lemons (2), Lemon Zest, Garlic (4 cloves), Brown Sugar (1 tsp), and Herbes de Provence (1/2 Tbsp). Mix to combine.

 

Step 4

Brush the lemon mixture on the chicken breast on both sides, make sure that every part of the chicken is well coated with the mixture.

 

Step 5

Place the chicken in the middle of the greased baking tray. Bake for 8-10 minutes.

 

Step 6

In a small bowl, add Grated Parmesan Cheese (1/4 cup) and Panko Breadcrumbs (2 Tbsp). Mix to combine.

 

Step 7

Combine Salt (1/4 tsp) and Ground Black Pepper (1/4 tsp) in Butter (2 Tbsp) and brush on Asparagus (2 1/2 cups).

 

Step 8

Remove the tray from the oven, then arrange the chicken to the center and lay the asparagus around the edges of the tray. Sprinkle the parmesan mixture on top of the asparagus. Bake for 7 more minutes.

 

Step 9

Garnish with Fresh Parsley (to taste) and lemon slices. Serve