At first glance, you might think these Creamy Citrus-Chive Asparagus spears came from an exclusive 5-star bistro. Truth be told, this good-looking dish is made possible with PHILLY Cream Cheese, lemon zest, chicken broth and water. Not including the asparagus spears, that’s just four simple ingredients you can probably find in your kitchen already!
Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 15 min
Makes: 6 servings
Nutritional Information
Ingredients
2 lb. fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
1 Tbsp. water
1/4 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread
1/2 tsp. lemon zest
Instructions
PLACE asparagus in microwaveable casserole. Add water; cover with waxed paper. Microwave on HIGH 4 to 5 min. or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
MEANWHILE, heat broth in small saucepan. Add cream cheese spread; cook until cream cheese is melted and sauce is slightly thickened, stirring constantly. Stir in zest.
DRAIN asparagus; top with sauce.
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