Roast Chicken with Asparagus and Tahini Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
45%
Roast Chicken with Asparagus and Tahini Sauce
30 min.
4
393kcal

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If you’re looking for a quick, wholesome meal that never disappoints, this Roast Chicken with Asparagus and Tahini Sauce fits the bill perfectly. Ready in just 30 minutes, it combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with crisp-tender asparagus roasted to perfection, offering a wonderful balance of flavors and textures. What makes this dish even better is its gluten-free and dairy-free profile, making it accessible for those with dietary restrictions without compromising on taste.

The star of this recipe is the rich, creamy tahini sauce, which adds a delightful Middle Eastern twist. Blended with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a touch of sugar, the sauce brings a bright, nutty flavor that ties the entire dish together beautifully. The olive oil used to roast both the chicken and asparagus infuses everything with a subtle richness, enhancing the natural flavors rather than overshadowing them.

This meal is not only flavorful but also well-balanced nutritionally, with a hearty protein punch complemented by healthy fats and just enough carbs to keep you energized. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or a comforting dinner, it’s an excellent choice for anyone who loves simple yet elegant cooking. Plus, using common kitchen equipment like a frying pan, oven, and blender keeps the preparation straightforward and approachable for cooks of all skill levels.

Whether you’re cooking for your family or hosting friends, this dish impresses with its simplicity and depth. The quick roasting technique locks in moisture while the homemade tahini sauce elevates every bite, making it a go-to recipe you’ll want to return to again and again.

Ingredients

  • lb asparagus cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 1.3 teaspoons salt 
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.3 cup tahini (Middle Eastern sesame paste)
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Put oven racks in middle and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a 15- by 10-inch shallow baking pan. Roast on bottom rack, shaking pan once or twice, until just tender, about 10 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, pat chicken dry and sprinkle all over with 1/2 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  4. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy ovenproof skillet (not nonstick) over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown chicken, turning over once, until golden, about 6 minutes total.
  5. Transfer skillet to middle of oven and roast until just cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  6. While chicken roasts, purée tahini, water, lemon juice, sugar, garlic, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender until smooth, about 1 minute. (
  7. Add more water if sauce is too thick.)
  8. Serve chicken and asparagus drizzled with some of sauce and with remaining sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories393kcal
Protein31.82%
Fat53.5%
Carbs14.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.02
Glycemic Load
2.09
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
33.32869569115%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
12.93mg
Kaempferol
3.15mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
31.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:392.64kcal
19.63%
Fat:24.33g
37.44%
Saturated Fat:3.67g
22.95%
Carbohydrates:15.02g
5.01%
Net Carbohydrates:9.22g
3.35%
Sugar:5.46g
6.07%
Cholesterol:72.32mg
24.11%
Sodium:870.79mg
37.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.56g
65.12%
Vitamin K:101.32µg
96.49%
Vitamin B3:15.15mg
75.73%
Selenium:48.39µg
69.13%
Vitamin B6:1.1mg
54.81%
Phosphorus:515.38mg
51.54%
Vitamin B1:0.72mg
47.88%
Copper:0.79mg
39.59%
Folate:143.62µg
35.9%
Vitamin A:1763.76IU
35.28%
Iron:6.26mg
34.8%
Vitamin E:4.3mg
28.69%
Potassium:982.36mg
28.07%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
27.02%
Fiber:5.8g
23.22%
Vitamin B5:2.25mg
22.49%
Vitamin C:18.03mg
21.86%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.13%
Magnesium:81.41mg
20.35%
Zinc:2.82mg
18.82%
Calcium:92.35mg
9.24%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.77%
Source:Epicurious