Chicken With Cremini Mushrooms and Asparagus Recipe

Name: Chicken With Cremini Mushrooms and Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups quartered cremini mushrooms; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; ¼ teaspoon dried thyme; 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces; ¾ cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon orange juice

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups quartered cremini mushrooms
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
¾ cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice

1
Heat 2 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over med-high heat.
2
Place 1 chicken breast half in a large plastic zip-lock bag, pound to 1/4 inch thickness.
3
Repeat with remaining chicken.
4
Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and pepper; add chicken to skillet; cook 3 minutes on each side or until done; remove from pan and keep warm.
5
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in skillet over med-high heat.
6
Add in mushrooms, garlic, thyme, and asparagus; cook 3 minutes, stirring often.
7
Combine broth and cornstarch, stirring with a whisk.
8
Add broth mixture, vinegar, and juice to pan; bring to a boil.
9
Cook 1 minute or until slightly thick; serve over chicken.

334

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Cremini Mushrooms and Asparagus falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken With Cremini Mushrooms and Asparagus

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Variations & substitutions

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