A bright Pacific Northwest spring dinner that leans into seasonal Washington asparagus, mushrooms, and potatoes. Sale-priced chicken breast gets quickly seared, then finished in a silky lemon-pan sauce with roasted Yukon potatoes and tender asparagus for a plate that feels restaurant-polished but weeknight practical.
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Ingredients
- Simple Truth® Natural Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast Family Pack BIG DEAL! 1 lb 5.49
- Green Asparagus 1 lb 5.99
- Yukon Gold Potatoes 1 lb 1.49
- Kroger® Sliced White Mushrooms 8 oz 2.79
- Fresh Organic Lemon - Each 1 lemon 1.69
- Garlic 2 cloves 1.50
- Parsley 2 tablespoons, chopped 1.69
- olive oil 2 tablespoons
- butter 1 tablespoon
- Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Scrub 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into 1-inch wedges. Toss the wedges with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread them on a sheet pan with cut sides down and roast for 15 minutes.
- Trim 1 pound asparagus by snapping or cutting off the woody ends. On a second area of the same sheet pan or a separate pan, toss the asparagus with a light drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt. After the potatoes have roasted 15 minutes, add the asparagus to the oven and roast both until the potatoes are browned and creamy inside and the asparagus is just tender, 10 to 12 minutes more.
- While the vegetables roast, pat dry 1 pound chicken breast and cut into 2 even cutlets if thick. Season both sides with 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear the 1 pound seasoned chicken breast until golden and cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side depending on thickness. Transfer the chicken to a plate to rest.
- Lower the skillet to medium. Add 1 tablespoon butter and 8 ounces sliced white mushrooms. Cook the mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until they release moisture and turn golden, about 5 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook 30 seconds.
- Add the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/4 cup water to the skillet. Scrape up the browned bits and simmer 1 to 2 minutes until lightly reduced and glossy. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped parsley. Return the chicken and any juices to the pan and spoon the sauce over the top.
- Plate the chicken slightly off-center on warmed plates. Fan the roasted Yukon potato wedges alongside, then lean the asparagus against the chicken for height. Spoon the lemon-mushroom sauce over the chicken and finish with a little extra chopped parsley and a twist of black pepper.
Cook time: 35 minutes
Estimated cost: $15-18
Health notes: Approx. 620 calories per serving. About 49g protein, 27g carbohydrates, 32g fat, 4g fiber. Balanced, high-protein meal with a moderate amount of heart-healthy fats if cooked with olive oil.
Drink pairing: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc highlights the lemon and green vegetables, while an unoaked Chardonnay gives a slightly rounder match for the chicken and pan sauce.