Baked Chicken Foil Packets with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter
This dish combines tender chicken with vibrant asparagus, all enveloped in a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Equipment
- Aluminum Foil
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Each breast should weigh about 6 ounces.
- 1 pound Fresh Asparagus Choose tender stalks that are bright green and firm.
- 2 pieces Fresh Lemons Juiced and zested.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted.
- 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut four large pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil, about 12×18 inches each.
- In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in the center of each foil piece and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Arrange asparagus spears alongside the chicken in each packet.
- Drizzle the lemon garlic butter sauce over the chicken and asparagus.
- Fold the edges of the foil to create a sealed pouch.
- Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before opening.
- Serve immediately, either in the foil or on a plate.
Notes
Consider adding different vegetables or spices to customize the dish.