Monday, November 17, 2008

CHICKEN & ASPARAGUS BUNDLES

Chicken and Asparagus Bundles
Ingredients:
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pound)
20 fresh asparagus spears (about 1 pound), trimmed
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup fat free chicken broth

Directions:
Flatten chicken breasts slightly.
Wrap each around 5 asparagus spears; secure with toothpick.
Place in a 13-in.by 9 by 2 in. baking dish coated with nonstick spray.
Combine the oil, lemon juice and seasonings; pour over bundles.
Cover asparagus tips with foil.
Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 15 min.
Uncover and sprinkle with onions.
Bake 12 - 15 min. longer or until the chicken juices are clear and the asparagus is crisp tender.
Remove bundles to a serving platter and keep warm.
In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir in pan juices.
Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Remove toothpicks from bundles; top with sauce.

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