Easy One Pot Creamy Chicken and Asparagus
🥘 Easy One Pot Creamy Chicken and Asparagus
If you’re looking for a delicious, cozy meal that’s also quick to make and easy to clean up, this One Pot Creamy Chicken and Asparagus recipe is perfect for you! It’s made with simple ingredients like chicken, asparagus, cream, garlic, and a little cheese. And the best part? You cook everything in just one pan!
🍗 Why You’ll Love This Dish:
- Creamy and comforting
- Fresh and healthy
- Only one pot to clean
- Ready in less than 30 minutes
- Great with rice, pasta, or bread
🛒 What You Need:
- 1½ pounds chicken (breast or thigh), cut into pieces
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 bunch asparagus, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of ½ lemon + 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
👨🍳 How to Make It:
1. Cook the Chicken
- Add salt and pepper to the chicken pieces.
- Heat oil or butter in a big pan on medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes, until golden and fully cooked.
- Take the chicken out and put it on a plate.
2. Cook the Garlic and Spices
- In the same pan, reduce heat to medium.
- Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- Add Italian seasoning and onion powder. Stir well.
3. Add Asparagus
- Add the chopped asparagus and cook for 2–3 minutes.
- It should be soft but still bright green.
4. Make the Cream Sauce
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir the pan to pick up the tasty brown bits.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
- Let it cook for 3–4 minutes until it becomes thick and creamy.
5. Put the Chicken Back
- Add the cooked chicken back into the pan.
- Add lemon juice and zest (if using).
- Cook everything together for 2–3 minutes.
6. Serve and Enjoy!
- Sprinkle with parsley or basil if you like.
- Serve on its own or with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or bread.
💡 Tips and Ideas:
- Add mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes for more flavor.
- Use coconut cream and skip the cheese for a dairy-free version.
- Make it keto-friendly by serving with cauliflower mash instead of rice.
- Add a little white wine for a fancy touch.
👪 Perfect for Any Meal
This creamy chicken and asparagus is perfect for:
- A quick weeknight dinner
- A family meal everyone will enjoy
- A romantic dinner at home
- A healthy, low-carb meal (just skip the pasta or rice!)