Rustic Chicken with Asparagus and Mushrooms
Rustic Chicken with Asparagus and Mushrooms is a simple dinner packed with protein and veggies and a creamy rich sauce perfect all on its own.
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bundle asparagus, trimmed and washed
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup organic heavy cream
- 1/3 cup organic chicken stock or bone broth
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the butter, asparagus, and mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables are almost tender.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then add the heavy cream and chicken stock.
- Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables in the skillet.
- Cover the skillet and simmer on low for 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in the parmesan cheese and serve.
Notes
Rustic chicken with asparagus and mushrooms is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some of my favorite side dishes to serve with this meal include:
- A simple side salad with a vinaigrette dressing
- Roasted potatoes or sweet potatoes
- Crusty bread to soak up the juices
- Steamed rice or quinoa