Saucy Chicken

I made the most delicious dinner last night… Taste of Home’s Saucy Chicken and Asparagus. We have had chicken breasts in our freezer for quite a while now, and I’m working to use what we have. I was intrigued by the asparagus – and rewarded. Here’s the recipe:

Saucy Chicken & Asparagus

1 pound asparagus spears, halved
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (I used 5…)
2 Tbsp. canola oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. curry powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Place the asparagus in a greased 9-in square baking dish.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken in oil on both sides. Season with salt & pepper.
Arrange chicken over asparagus.
In a bowl, mix soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice and curry power; pour over chicken.
Cover and bake at 375 for 40 minutes or until the chicken is tender and juices run clear.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Let stand 5 minutes before serving.