Keto Asparagus Lemon Chicken

Keto Asparagus Lemon Chicken is a very creamy, appetizing, appealing, and low-carb dish. This indulgent and savory lemon cream sauce is prepared with heavy cream, garlic, Parmesan, & lemon juice, and we can have this along with tender, juicy chicken breasts. We would also add asparagus gives the creamy sauce a lovely texture, and it is also healthy and refreshing. This  Keto Asparagus Lemon Chicken is loaded with protein, nutrition and is perfect for people on a keto or low-carb diet. We only require one pan to prepare this dish, which helps to reduce the cleaning and optimize flavor.

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STATS:

• Calories: 410 kcal
• Preparation time: Ten minutes
• Time of cooking: Twenty minutes
• Total time: 30 mints.
• Serving size: One fillet along with sauce & asparagus
• Servings: 4
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Dinner
• Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

EQUIPMENT:

• Skillet
• Spatula
• Kitchen hammer

INGREDIENTS:

• Four chicken fillets
• Black pepper
• One tablespoon olive oil
• Salt
• Two tablespoon butter
• Four garlic pieces
• One cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 1 tsp. lemon zest
• ½ tsp. Dijon mustard
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
• One lb. asparagus
• Quarter teaspoon pepper flakes
• Parsley

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

CHICKEN:

• Use chicken fillet without bone and skin & pound the fillet to cook them evenly.

OLIVE OIL:

• Olive oil is used to saute the chicken and adds good fat, and helps to avoid sticking in the pan.

BUTTER:

• It is include in the sauce to make the flavorful and rich.

GARLIC:

• Garlic is added to the sauce to make the sauce aromatic and indulgent.

HEAVY CREAM:

• Utilize full-fat heavy cream to produce the smooth & thick sauce.

LEMON JUICE:

• We would add the fresh lemon juice to the sauce to provide a vibrant and organic taste.

CHICKEN BROTH:

• Chicken broth adds a flavorful richness without the addition of extra carbs.

LEMON ZEST:

• Lemon zest is added to enhance the lemon flavor without the extra liquid.

DIJON MUSTARD:

• Dijon mustard is added to the sauce to help emulsify the sauce and adds a mild taste.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

• It is sprinkle in the sauce to give the sauce a creamy, umami taste.

ASPARAGUS:

• Choose firm asparagus and we have to slice them in small size pieces so they get cook equally.

RED PEPPER FLAKES:

• We would include the red pepper flakes to prepare the spicy dish.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. We would apply the salt & black pepper on the chicken fillet.
2. Then we would warm the oil in a big pan on a moderate to high setting.
3. Put the chicken in oil and cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until it is properly cooked and brown, then we can take the chicken out onto the plate.
4. We can liquefy the butter in a skillet on the medium setting.
5. Add the garlic and toss till we get a nice aroma.
6. We can add the lemon juice, parmesan cheese, chicken broth, heavy cream, & Dijon mustard and simmer for 3–4 minutes or until it gets slightly thick.
7. Then we can add red pepper flakes & asparagus and stir.
8. We can cook the asparagus for 3–4 minutes until it is crisp-tender.
9. Then place the chicken in pan & cover it with sauce.
10. We can simmer the sauce for two minutes.
11. Now sprinkle parsley on the chicken and serve hot.

SERVING IDEAS:

• We can serve the cooked cauliflower rice with this lemon chicken.
• Serve this dish alongside zucchini noodles or zoodles.
• Add lemon vinaigrette to a crisp green salad and serve with this chicken.
• We can add a lemon wedge & more Parmesan over the chicken.
• Serve this chicken with a dry white wine glass.
• Roasted garlic cauliflower mash also goes great with this chicken

TIPS:

• We can pound the chicken to uniform thickness to avoid uneven cooking
• You keep the asparagus crisp-tender rather than overcooked for the best texture.
• Taste and adjust the lemon juice to accomplish the preferred level of tanginess.
• Let the sauce simmer gradually to prevent the cream from curdling.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the leftover chicken in the container and store the chicken for three days.

FREEZER:

• We can preserve this dish for two months.

FAQs:

How to prepare the dairy-free lemon chicken?

• We can add some coconut cream and nutritional yeast or dairy-free cheese to prepare the non-dairy dish.

Will I include some other vegetables?

• We would also include some spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli in this dish to make it more flavorful and delicious.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 410 kcal
Total Carbs: 7g
Net Carbs: 5g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 28g
Sodium: 480mg
Potassium: 620mg
Calcium: 140mg
Iron: 1.6mg
Vitamin A: 720 IU