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Asparagus and Chicken
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Chicken with Asparagus and Sun-dried Tomatoes

Course Main Course
Servings 2
Author Balanced Health and You

Ingredients

  • lb boneless , skinless free-range organic chicken breasts, cut into small chunks
  • 1 TB extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ onion , chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 bunch asparagus , trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 10 cremini/ baby bella mushrooms , trimmed, wiped and cut into quarters (substitute for any kind of mushroom)
  • 2 TB sun-dried tomatoes in oil , chopped
  • Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, chicken and onion to pan and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until chicken begins to brown.
  • Next, add garlic cloves & mushrooms and cook a few minutes more, tossing occasionally. Add asparagus & sun-dried tomatoes and cook until asparagus is bright green and still crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Crack some freshly ground pepper over the top and serve.

Notes

Note: Make this dish vegetarian by skipping the chicken and replacing it with 1 cup cooked chickpeas, kidney beans, or white beans.