Saucy Chicken and Asparagus

From Quick Cooking magazine. This tastes wonderful and looks great on the table. A great way to get the kids to eat asparagus too :)

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs  fresh asparagus spears, halved
• 4  boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 2  tablespoons  cooking oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt (I prefer seasoned salt)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (10 3/4ounce) can  condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
• 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
• 1  teaspoon lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1  cup  shredded cheddar cheese (I prefer sharp)

Directions

1. If desired, partially cook the asparagus; drain.
2. Place the asparagus in a greased 9 inch square baking dish.
3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken in oil on both sides.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Arrange chicken over asparagus.
6. In a bowl, mix soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice and curry powder; pour over chicken.
7. Cover and bake at 375° for 40 minutes or until the chicken is tender and juices run clear.
8. Sprinkle with cheese.
9. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.