Turmeric Chicken with Asparagus

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
• 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 pound fresh asparagus (trimmed)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for asparagus)
• Salt and pepper to taste (for asparagus)
• Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to form a marinade.
3. Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
4. Toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
5. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Place marinated chicken on one side and asparagus on the other.
6. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and asparagus is tender.
7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted asparagus and optional lemon wedges.

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