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20-Min Honey Lemon Chicken & Asparagus

Pan-seared chicken thighs glazed with bright honey-lemon sauce, served alongside roasted asparagus and creamy mashed potatoes. Simple, weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-quality in under 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
42g
20-Min Honey Lemon Chicken & Asparagus
comfortquickamericanchickentenderjuicyweeknightmain-dish

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper on both sides.

  2. Step 2

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, then sear chicken 4 minutes per side until golden.

  3. Step 3

    Juice the lemon, then drizzle honey and lemon juice over the chicken and toss to coat.

  4. Step 4

    Add asparagus to the skillet, toss with the glaze, and cook 3 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp.

  5. Step 5

    Divide mashed potatoes between plates and top with chicken, asparagus, and any pan glaze.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • tongs
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • juicer or fork

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