Lemon Pepper Chicken Foil Packets with Asparagus and Rosemary
Super juicy lemon pepper chicken baked in a foil packet with fresh asparagus and rosemary. Quick and easy healthy chicken dinner.
Servings 4
Calories 143kcal
Equipment
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sheet pan
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measuring spoons
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aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 oz each) No more than 1-inch thick
- 4 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning (adjust amount per your own preference) 1 teaspoon per chicken breast
- trace olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 bunch of fresh asparagus
- 1 bunch of fresh rosemary
- 1 fresh lemon, sliced
- sea salt, if desired (adjust amount per your own preference)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400F. If using thick chicken breasts, pound to ½” to 1″ thickness.
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For each serving: Measure 1 teaspoon of lemon pepper seasoning and season both sides of chicken breast (use more or less seasoning, as desired). Place one breast onto a 12″ by 12″ sheet of foil that has been lightly coated with olive oil or coconut oil.
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Add 5-6 asparagus spears next to each chicken breast. Then add a sprig of rosemary and a slice of lemon. Sprinkle with sea salt, if desired.
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Fold the edges of the foil over the chicken and asparagus to tightly seal. Repeat for each serving. Place on a baking sheet.
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Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and reaches 160 degrees. Remove from oven and let rest for about 5 minutes before opening. Carefully open foil packet as contents will be hot!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 492mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 88IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg