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Sugared Asparagus recipe

Sugared Asparagus Recipe is made with sweet brown sugar, rich butter and chicken broth, to create a nutritious and delicious side dish. A perfect balance of sweet and savory, this easy asparagus recipe is made on the stove in just a few minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Vegetables
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Sugared Asparagus recipe
Servings: 8
Calories: 73kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 lbs fresh asparagus washed, patted dry and cut into 2 inch pieces

Instructions

  • Prep: Start by washing and patting dry, then chop the asparagus into 1-2" pieces.
  • Cook: Next, in a skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and then add in the brown sugar. Then add in the asparagus pieces and sauté for 2-3 minutes. After that, stir in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. As soon it is boils, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
  • Once cooking is complete, remove the asparagus from the skillet and continue cooking the sauce for another 3-4 minutes over medium-high heat. Proceed to pour the sugar butter sauce over the asparagus and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Sugared Asparagus Recipe is a nutritious side dish that you can feel good about serving your family. This easy asparagus recipe is made on the stove in just a few minutes and disappears just as fast! 

Nutrition

Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 146mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 989IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg