CRISPY GARLIC CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS

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Crispy Garlic Chicken with Asparagus is an easy 30 minute meal with crispy breaded chicken and crisp and tender asparagus.  This is a family favorite meal!

INGREDIENTS

• 2 Chicken Breasts, sliced in half, or 4 thin chicken breasts
• ½ cup Italian Bread Crumbs
• ½ cup plus 1 Tablespoon grated parmesan, divided
• 8 Tablespoons butter, divided
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 bunch of asparagus, sliced into thirds
• ¼ cup flour
• 2 garlic cloves, minced

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large skillet over medium heat melt 2 Tablespoons butter. To make the chicken: Melt remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish combine bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and flour. Dip the chicken in the butter and then coat in the bread crumb mixture and place in skillet.
2. Cook on each side for about 3-4 minutes until the outside is crispy and the chicken is cooked throughout. Set aside on plate.
3. Add 2 Tablespoons of butter back to the skillet and saute the minced garlic for a minute. Add the asparagus to the skillet and saute until tender. Salt and pepper to taste and add some 1 Tablespoon parmesan. Add the chicken back to the skillet and heat for a minute or so. Serve immediately.