Lemon Chicken Asparagus Recipe

Posted by Grandma Jeanne on October 24, 2008

4 boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons seasoned dry bread crumbs
4 slices low-fat turkey ham
8 lemon slices for garnish

In medium bowl, combine chicken, lemon juice, 1/2 of the salt, pepper and lemon zest. Toss to mix.

On a large flat plate, coat the chicken with the seasoned bread crumbs.

Spray Pam on a non-stick skillet, and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, turning once, until golden brown outside and white throughout (but still juicy–about 5-7 minutes).

Place chicken on a serving platter.

Meanwhile, steam the fresh asparagus for approximately 5-7 minutes. When done, season the asparagus with the remaining lemon zest and salt and pepper.

Divide asparagus into 4 bundles. Wrap each asparagus bundle with a slice of the turkey ham and place on top of chicken.

Garnish with lemon slices.