CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS SOUP WITH BASIL
Creamy Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Soup with Basil is just the soup you want for spring! It's light, fresh, and still deliciously comforting.
Provided by Amy Rains
Categories Soup
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- To prep this dish: chop your chicken breast or tenders into 1 inch chunks. Season with a bit of salt and pepper.
- Heat a large soup pot to medium high heat, once hot add in 1 tbsp avocado or olive oil. Add chicken to the pot, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until all sides are lightly golden (chicken may be undercooked inside). Set aside.
- While chicken is cooking, prepare your asparagus. Chop about 1/2 inch off each end. Slice the remaining stalk in 1 inch pieces.
- Add in another tbsp oil to the soup pot, toss in garlic and asparagus. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is crispy. Toss chicken back into the pot.
- Add coconut milk and 2 cups broth to the pot. Check to see level of liquid, if you prefer a more liquid soup, add in an additional 1/2-1 cup broth. Heat to a soft boil, then reduce to low. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently and letting flavors meld.
- Just before serving, add lemon juice and lemon zest to the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place soup in individual bowls, garnish with fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 387 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKEN, ASPARAGUS AND LEMON SOUP
Make and share this Chicken, Asparagus and Lemon Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CulinaryQueen
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and fry very gently until transparent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook over a fairly high heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring all the time.
- Add the chicken stock, lemon zest ONLY (juice will be added later) and thyme to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 1-2 minutes. Remove and plunge into ice water. (Save some of the small tips for garnish if you wish).
- Add the asparagus and the basil leaves to the pan, cover and simmer 30 minutes until the asparagus is well cooked.
- Allow the mixture to cool about 15 minutes, then process in a blender or food processor until very smooth. Poor back into the pan.
- Beat the egg yolk with a little of the cream, strain into a small bowl, add a little of the soup and mix thoroughly. Add to the soup with the lemon juice and the rest of the cream. Allow to warm through gently, being careful not to let it boil.
- Serve the soup garnished with a few of the reserved asparagus tips and a sprig of fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.1, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 119.9, Sodium 499, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 7.9, Protein 27.2
LEMON-ASPARAGUS CHICKEN WITH DILL
Cooking for 2 can often be a challenge. This recipe is easy to fix, has a pleasing apperance and best of all is suited for 2. It was in the Diabetic Cooking Magazine for May 2004.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook the rice in chicken broth as per package directions, approximately 15 to 20 minutes for white rice.
- Add the 1/2 cup water to a 12-inch nonstick skillet; bring to a boil.
- Add the asparagus and return to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for approximately 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
- Drain asparagus and set aside.
- Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel.
- Spray skillet with non-stick cooking spray.
- Heat over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add chicken and cook 3 minutes or until no longer pink, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and add aspargus.
- Cover and keep warm.
- Combine the lemon juice, oil, dill and salt add to cooked rice.
- Add the rice mixture to cooked chicken.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.2, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 37.8, Sodium 265.2, Carbohydrate 44.1, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.7, Protein 20.4
LEMON ASPARAGUS CHICKEN
Make and share this Lemon Asparagus Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Charishma_Ramchanda
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Add soup, milk, lemon juice and pepper.
- Boil.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 5 minutes till done.
- Garnish with lemon slices if desired.
CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS BAKE
You can greet guests with a taste of springtime when this chicken and asparagus casserole is on the menu. It bakes in just half an hour. People savor the rich cheesy sauce, and it freezes well, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the soup, mushrooms, milk, pimientos, soy sauce, pepper and pepper sauce. Stir in cheese until melted., In a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the chicken, asparagus and cheese sauce. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
LEMON CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS STIR FRY
Make and share this Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a glass dish, stir together soy sauce, lemon juice, lemon zest and cornstarch.
- Add chicken and coat well with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and fry till softened.
- Reserving the marinade, add the chicken, followed by scallions, asparagus, and carrot.
- Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink.
- Add marinade and cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.1, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 49.4, Sodium 526.6, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.3, Protein 22.3
CHICKEN ASPARAGUS SOUP
Asparagus stars in this flavorful soup, a favorite recipe from my Italian grandmother. I have fond memories of chopping veggies and cooking with her as a child. -Sandy Clayton, Visalia, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h45m
Yield 10 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut tips from asparagus spears; set aside. Place stalks in a large skillet; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Strain, reserving 4 cups cooking liquid. Discard stalks., In a Dutch oven, saute the potatoes, onion, celery, carrot, parsley and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender. Stir in the broth, salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, bay leaf and reserved cooking liquid. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Cool slightly., In a blender, cover and puree soup in batches until smooth. Return to the pan. Add the chicken, cream, remaining pepper and reserved asparagus tips. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
CREAMY CHICKEN ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE
Make and share this Creamy Chicken Asparagus Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Cathy Pete
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- Spread wild rice on the bottom of the dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together soup, mayo, egg, lemon juice and milk.
- Top the rice with the chicken and asparagus and 1 cup of cheese.
- Combine the soups, miracle whip, eggs, lemon juice, whisk together.
- Spread soup mixture on top.
- Then top with remaining cheese and then crushed croutons.
- Finally, spoon melted butter over croutons.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.3, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 186.2, Sodium 1322.4, Carbohydrate 62, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 35
CURRIED CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS
A mild curry sauce nicely coats tender chicken and asparagus in this "must-have" recipe. It's a classic dish I've used for years.-Miriam Christophel, Battle Creek, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry and pepper; set aside. , Place half of the asparagus in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Spread with half of the soup mixture., In a large skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Place chicken over soup mixture. Top with remaining asparagus and soup mixture. , Cover and bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5-8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 31g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
CREAMY CHICKEN ASPARAGUS SOUP
Comfort food! This cream and cheese based soup blends well with the vegetables and chicken. My mother always used fresh asparagus from our garden for soups. The tender pieces of asparagus bring back soup memories from childhood. Hearty and comforting soup!
Provided by Seasoned Cook
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 45m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut tips from asparagus spears and set aside, Discard stalks.
- In a dutch oven, saute onion and celery in oil. Add carrots, potatoes and parsley flakes. Stir in broth, salt and pepper . Bring to a boil. Simmer on low heat covered for 25 minutes.
- Add chicken, cream, cheese and asparagus tips. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes until asparagus is tender.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1009.1, Fat 55.8, SaturatedFat 24.4, Cholesterol 156.6, Sodium 2645.9, Carbohydrate 75, Fiber 21.3, Sugar 10.9, Protein 59.6
ASPARAGUS AND LEMON CHICKEN WITH RICE
Steps:
- In a large non-stick skillet heat the 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 cook for 1 minute. Stir in the zest and 1/2 cup liquid and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 3 minutes. Serve immediately over hot rice.
MOM'S CHICKEN ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE
This is my favorite dish of my mother's. I still request it every year for my birthday dinner. We serve it over egg noodles. The "goop" is delicious!
Provided by ajboyer222
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut chicken into bite sized pieces and brown.
- Combine all ingredients in large casserole dish and blend well.
- Bake at 350 for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.6, Fat 40.6, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 115.6, Sodium 1238.4, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.6, Protein 35.3
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