Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
277 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast
Description
This recipe transforms standard chicken breasts by creating a pocket filled with fresh asparagus stalks, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese slices. The chicken breasts are seasoned with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to add layers of flavor to the mild meat. Carefully slicing the breast without cutting entirely through allows the filling to be enclosed and held with a toothpick.
After seasoning, the chicken is seared in olive oil to develop a brown crust, locking in moisture. Baking at 400°F completes cooking, ensuring the chicken is tender and the asparagus is tender yet still springy. The melted mozzarella binds ingredients inside for a creamy texture contrast.
This plated chicken makes a balanced main that highlights seasonal asparagus. It pairs well with simple sides or a fresh salad. Variations may use different cheeses or vegetables to suit personal preference.
For substitutions, any oil can be used, mozzarella can be swapped with provolone, and broccoli may replace asparagus if desired.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast about 1 1/2 lb, skinless, boneless
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt sea salt
- black pepper sea salt
- 12 asparagus end trimmed, stalks
- 1 ounce sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 4 lices mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 F.
- Place the 4 Skinless boneless chicken breasts on a clean chopping board and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix, 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder, 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika, Sea salt and pepper.
- Start cutting each chicken breast one lengthwise to create the pockets. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
- Trim and wash the 12 Asparagus stalks. Add three sprigs of asparagus and a couple of pieces of 1 ounce Sun-dried Tomatoes to one of the 4 slices Mozzarella Cheese, then roll it to hold them inside. Stuff the chicken breasts with it.
- Close the pocket with a toothpick. Heat 1 tablespoon Olive Oil in a large and cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add in the chicken and sear it until nicely golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Bake the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until it is cooked through and no longer pink in the inside. Enjoy!
Notes
- Mozzarella cheese can be substituted with provolone or another melting cheese.
- Asparagus can be replaced with broccoli or another preferred vegetable.
- Any cooking oil suitable for searing can be used in place of olive oil.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 328mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 800mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 895IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 6.8mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 168mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2.3mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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