Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Foil Pack #aluminumfoil #lemonchicken #grilledchicken

Login to Save
357 views👍 37
Thyme to Cook with Kristi
Thyme to Cook with Kristi
66 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Thyme to Cook with Kristi to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Lemon Chicken & Asparagus Foil Packs

Cultural Context

Lemon Chicken & Asparagus Foil Packs are a popular American dish, especially favored for their ease of preparation and fresh flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines lean protein with vibrant vegetables, all cooked together for a hassle-free meal. The foil pack method locks in moisture and flavor, making it a favorite for outdoor grilling and family dinners alike.

AmericanUSmain
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon oregano
3 cloves garlic cloves
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb asparagus
2 tablespoons butter
as needed nonstick spray
4 slices of lemon

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated mozzarella

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Place chicken thighs in a Ziploc bag.

2

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the chicken.

3

Add 1 teaspoon each of minced onion, dried thyme, and oregano.

4

Mince 2 garlic cloves and add to the bag.

5

Zest one lemon and add the zest to the bag.

6

Add the juice of one lemon to the bag.

7

Add 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and 1 teaspoon of salt to the bag.

8

Massage the chicken thighs in the bag until coated with the seasoning.

9

Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or overnight.

10

Take aluminum foil and spray it with nonstick spray.

11

Place 2 chicken thighs in the center of the foil.

12

Add a couple slices of lemon on top of the chicken.

13

Add asparagus and season with salt and black pepper.

14

Optionally, add a tab of butter on top of the ingredients.

15

Fold the foil over the ingredients and roll it down to seal.

16

Roll in the sides of the foil to secure the pack.

17

Place the foil pack on the grill and cook until done.

Cooking Techniques

sealinggrillingbaking

Equipment Needed

grillovenaluminum foil

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milk

Other Takes on Chicken

(24 videos)

Similar American Videos

(20 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(21 videos)