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Lemon Chicken Asparagus Stir-Fry

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring chicken, fresh asparagus, and bright lemon for a comforting weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, sliced thinly Free-range recommended for better flavor.
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and sliced Fresh asparagus is preferred for texture.
  • 1 piece lemon, juiced and zested Zest is the secret ingredient that brightens everything up.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Add more if you like, e.g., 5 cloves for stronger flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Kikkoman is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Extra virgin preferred for a fancy touch.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Sea salt is recommended.
  • Optional: red pepper flakes Adjust based on heat preference.

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  3. Add the asparagus and continue to stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they turn vibrant green.
  4. Squeeze the lemon juice and add the zest over the chicken and asparagus.
  5. Drizzle the soy sauce over everything, give it a good toss, and let it cook for another minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g

Notes

If using frozen asparagus, add a few extra minutes to cooking time. Use a non-stick pan for easier clean-up. This dish is wonderful served with jasmine rice or quinoa.
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