Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken and Asparagus Foil Packets
This vibrant dish features tender chicken and crisp asparagus infused with bright lemon and aromatic herbs, all cooked together in convenient foil packets. It's a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-clean-up meal perfect for any weeknight.
Equipment
- Oven
- Aluminum foil
- Large bowl
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
- fresh asparagus tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 lemon thinly sliced, plus extra for serving
Seasoning & Garnish
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning or Herbes de Provence
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare four 12x12-inch pieces of aluminum foil.
- In a large bowl, combine the cut chicken pieces, asparagus, and halved cherry tomatoes.
Assemble Packets
- Drizzle the mixture with olive oil, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Divide the seasoned mixture among the four foil pieces and top each portion with 2-3 lemon slices.
- Bring the long sides of the foil together, fold several times to seal, then fold the short ends tightly to create sealed packets.
Bake & Serve
- Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Carefully open the packets, garnish with fresh parsley or dill if desired, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the olive oil and seasonings for at least 30 minutes before assembling the packets. Be careful when opening the hot foil packets, as steam will escape. You can also cook these on the grill for a smoky flavor; cook over medium heat for the same amount of time.