Best 5 Asparagus And Lemon Chicken With Rice Recipes

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Indulge in culinary delight with our exquisite Asparagus and Lemon Chicken with Rice, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features succulent chicken pieces infused with vibrant lemon zest and tender asparagus, all nestled atop a bed of fluffy rice. The zesty lemon sauce adds a refreshing tang that perfectly complements the savory chicken, while the asparagus brings a crisp and vibrant texture. This recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors and is sure to impress dinner guests or make your everyday meals extraordinary. Alongside the main course, we also present a collection of complementary recipes that explore diverse flavors and cooking styles. From the vibrant Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp to the creamy and indulgent Parmesan Risotto, each recipe offers a unique culinary experience. Whether you're seeking seafood, vegetarian, or pasta dishes, our selection has something to satisfy every palate. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect recipes to complement your Asparagus and Lemon Chicken with Rice, creating a memorable and satisfying meal.

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LEMON CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS OVER RICE



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Make and share this Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Over Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Christine Bettiga

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
salt and pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 red pepper, seeded and diced
1/2 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-2 inch pieces
6 -8 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/4 cup white wine or 1/4 cup water
1/4 cup chicken stock
3 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat.
  • Season the chicken pieces with the salt and pepper and add to the skillet.
  • Cook the chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in the garlic and red pepper.
  • Add the asparagus and mushrooms and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the zest, lemon pepper, salt and pepper.
  • Add the liquids, bring to a simmer.
  • Cover and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Serve immediately over hot rice.

LEMON-ASPARAGUS RICE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Yield Serves 2 as a main dish or 4 a

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup diced yellow onion (1/2-inch dice)
1 1/2 cups long-grained white rice
3 cups water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 lemon slice (1 inch thick)
1 teaspoon minced lemon zest
1 pound fresh asparagus

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan, add the onion, and cook until the onion softens, about 4 minutes. Add the rice and toast the grains, stirring occasionally, until the rice begins to look opaque (bright white), about 4 minutes. Add the water, butter, lemon slice, and lemon zest, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, slice off the tough ends of the asparagus stalks and discard them. Cut the spears on a diagonal into 1-inch lengths. Fill a large non-reactive pot with a steamer rack with 1/2 inch water, place the pot over medium heat, and bring the water to a simmer. Add the asparagus, cover, and cook until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the cooked rice to a serving bowl and toss in the asparagus. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

LEMON ROASTED SPRING CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS



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Pop all the ingredients for this lemon roasted chicken into a roasting tin. With asparagus and peas, the colours and flavours sing spring

Provided by Shivi Ramoutar

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks), bone-in, skin-on
2 small onions, cut into quarters
6 garlic cloves, unpeeled, bashed
1 lemon, sliced and pips removed
500g asparagus, woody ends trimmed
100g fresh or frozen peas
1 heaped tbsp dried oregano
2 tbsp olive oil
100ml chicken stock
25g butter
crusty bread, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Arrange the chicken pieces, onion wedges, garlic, lemon slices, asparagus and peas in a roasting tin in a single layer, then sprinkle over the oregano, drizzle with the olive oil and pour over the stock. Give everything a good stir to mix well, then dot the butter over the chicken pieces and season well. Cover the whole tin with foil and bake for 30 mins.
  • Remove the foil and bake for 20-30 mins more until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear, and the vegetables are tender.
  • Heat the grill to high. Put the tin under the grill for a few minutes to crisp up the chicken skin, if needed, being careful not to let the asparagus catch. Serve straight from the tin, or on a platter, with crusty bread to mop up the juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

LEMON-HOISIN GLAZED CHICKEN ON ROASTED ASPARAGUS/CHERRY RICE



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First place winner of the Third Annual Foster Farms Fresh Chicken Cooking Contest. "Lemon-Hoisin Glazed Chicken on Roasted Asparagus and Cherry Sesame Rice"

Provided by gailanng

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1 inch chunks
2 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
1 tablespoon minced gingerroot
4 garlic cloves, chopped, divided
3 tablespoons peanut oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
6 green onions, chopped, with whites and greens divided
1 1/2 cups jasmine rice, rinse well and drained
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup lemon juice, divided
2/3 cup dried cherries, chopped (cab sub dried cranberries)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1/3 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons honey, divided
1 large lemon, zest of
2 small lemons, zest of
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, divided
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds
1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1/3 roasted salted almond, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, one teaspoon salt, ginger, and half of the garlic; set aside.
  • In medium saucepan over medium heat, warm one tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil. Stir in green onion whites, remaining garlic and jasmine rice. Cook, stirring frequently, for 8 minutes or until beginning to toast. Add broth, half of the lemon juice and one teaspoon salt; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 15 minutes. Uncover, fluff with fork, stir in dried cherries or craisins, sesame oil and remaining green onions. Set aside.
  • In large frying pan over medium high heat, warm one tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil. Add chicken and cook, stirring frequently, for 6 minutes or until no longer pink on the outside.
  • In small bowl, stir together vinegar, Hoisin, one tablespoon honey, remaining lemon juice, half of the lemon zest and 1/4-teaspoon red pepper flakes. Add sauce to chicken in pan and continue cooking for 10 additional minutes on medium. Raise heat to high and cook for 2-4 minutes until sauce on chicken is dark and has thickened. Sprinkle chicken with black sesame seeds. Remove pan from heat, set aside and keep warm.
  • In second large frying pan, warm remaining peanut oil over high heat. Add asparagus, remaining honey, red pepper and remaining salt. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2-4 minutes, or until asparagus is tender.
  • To serve, plate rice on serving platter. Top with half of the cilantro, almonds, and roasted asparagus, Top with chicken pieces. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro and lemon zest.

CHICKEN RICE DISH



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Fresh early-spring asparagus and a hint of lemon dress up this tasty chicken main dish shared by ReBecca Vandiver of Bethany, Oklahoma. TIP: To round out the meal, ReBecca serves with a fresh salad and toasted garlic bread.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups water
2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch diagonal pieces)
1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix
1/4 cup reduced-fat butter, divided
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the water, asparagus, rice mix with contents of seasoning packet and 2 tablespoons butter. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until water is absorbed. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken and salt in remaining butter until chicken is no longer pink. Add the carrot, lemon juice, garlic and lemon zest if desired; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until carrot is crisp-tender. Stir into rice mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
  • Choose the Right Rice: For this recipe, you'll want to use a long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine. These types of rice cook up fluffy and separate, making them perfect for this dish.
  • Season the Chicken: Don't forget to season the chicken with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken and make it more flavorful.
  • Use Fresh Asparagus: Fresh asparagus is best for this recipe. Look for asparagus that is bright green and has tightly closed tips.
  • Don't Overcook the Asparagus: Asparagus cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked asparagus will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Make a Flavorful Sauce: The lemon-butter sauce is what really makes this dish special. Make sure to use fresh lemon juice and butter for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

Asparagus and Lemon Chicken with Rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the asparagus is crisp and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce is simply divine. Serve this dish with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
  • Choose the Right Rice: For this recipe, you'll want to use a long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine. These types of rice cook up fluffy and separate, making them perfect for this dish.
  • Season the Chicken: Don't forget to season the chicken with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken and make it more flavorful.
  • Use Fresh Asparagus: Fresh asparagus is best for this recipe. Look for asparagus that is bright green and has tightly closed tips.
  • Don't Overcook the Asparagus: Asparagus cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked asparagus will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Make a Flavorful Sauce: The lemon-butter sauce is what really makes this dish special. Make sure to use fresh lemon juice and butter for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

Asparagus and Lemon Chicken with Rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the asparagus is crisp and flavorful, and the lemon-butter sauce is simply divine. Serve this dish with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

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