You will need: chicken – legs, breast or thighs, 1 large onion, 1 bundle of asparagus, 2 garlic cloves, milk, cream cheese, double cream or crème fraiche, oil, chicken stock, fresh or dried herbs such as basil, oregano and tarragon, salt and pepper, large frying pan or skillet,
It will take: about 45 minutes
Great served with boiled new potatoes or pasta
1: Remove the skin and cut your chicken off the bone (if using legs or thighs), or just dice in to pieces if using breasts.
2. Prepare the asparagus by removing the woody ends and lightly steam for a few minutes.
3. Chop up your garlic and onion and sauté in oil in a large skillet until softened. Add the chicken pieces and cook for a few more minutes.
4. Stir in fresh chopped herbs, the asparagus (chopped in to pieces), half a pint of chicken stock, 100ml of milk, 100ml of double cream or crème fraiche, 2 tablespoons of cream cheese, and season well. Heat through well and you are ready to serve.