Chicken Teriyaki with Asparagus
Chicken Teriyaki with Asparagus might be just the main course you are searching for. One serving contains 308 calories, 36g of protein, and 11g of fat. This gluten free recipe serves 4. If you have wine, chicken breast halves, swiss cheese, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is a reasonably priced recipe for fans of Japanese food. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the honey teriyaki sauce and wine.
Place chicken in the bowl, and coat with the marinade. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour (it is best if you can marinate overnight).
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Discard marinade, and arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish.
Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until almost done.
Place the asparagus in a pot fitted with a steamer basket over 1 inch of boiling water, and steam 5 minutes, until tender.
Place 4 asparagus spears on each chicken breast, and top each breast with a slice of Swiss cheese. Return to oven, and continue baking 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and chicken juices run clear.
Recommended wine: Chenin Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Riesling
Asian works really well with Chenin Blanc, Gewurztraminer, and Riesling. The best wine for Asian food depends on the cuisine and dish - of course - but these acidic whites pair with a number of traditional meals, spicy or not. The The Winery of Good Hope Bush Vine Chenin Blanc with a 5 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 14 dollars per bottle.
The Winery of Good Hope Bush Vine Chenin Blanc
Chenin is an extremely versatile grape, able to make excellent wines in many different guises, from Late harvest to Straw wine to classic dry Chenin and even Méthode Champenoise. This example is a wonderfully lively, intense, fruity and beautifully balanced dry Chenin Blanc. Aromas of green apples and white peach invite the juicy, yet taut palate. A depth of fruit is what sets this wine apart. It shows great persistence of flavor and freshness that linger on the palate long after the wine has gone. Very individual, the character of this wine makes it a perfect companion to warm summer days and long balmy evenings.