Cheesy Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast
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Cheesy Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast
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Our Garlic Asparagus Stuffed Chicken recipe in a lemon butter sauce is the most delicious way to get your veggies in. Loved by the whole family! Why? Garlic-smothered asparagus gets stuffed inside juicy chicken breasts with mozzarella cheese, baked in lemon butter, and is ready in no time at all!
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Ingredients
CHICKEN:
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts about 4 fillets
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano or your choice of herbs
- ¾ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 pinch cracked pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
STUFFING:
- 12-15 spears asparagus woody ends removed
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper optional
- 8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese or provolone
LEMON BUTTER SAUCE:
- 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
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Instructions
- PREHEAT OVEN TO 400°F (200°C).
FOR THE CHICKEN
- In a medium bowl, combine dried herbs, garlic powder, onion salt, paprika, a good pinch of salt, and cracked black pepper. Set aside.
- Place each chicken breast on a flat surface. With your hand supporting each piece, cut a slit or pocket about ¾ quarter of the way through, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Pat chicken dry with a paper towel. Season chicken all over and inside the pockets with the seasoning mix. Rub with 2 teaspoons of the olive oil to evenly coat.
FOR THE STUFFING
- In the same bowl the seasoning was in, toss asparagus with 2 teaspoons of the olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Stuff each chicken breast with 3-4 asparagus spears and 2 slices of mozzarella cheese.
- Seal chicken breasts with two or three toothpicks near the opening to seal.
SEAR
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in an oven-proof skillet or nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- For the sauce, add lemon juice, butter, and minced garlic to the pan around the chicken.
BAKE
- Cover and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reads 155˚F (70˚C) if using a meat thermometer.)
- SUGGESTION: Serve with lemon butter pan juices.
Notes
- Tips: Cooked asparagus-stuffed chicken breasts can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
549kcal
(27%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
61g
(122%)
Fat
31g
(48%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
12g
Trans Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
205mg
(68%)
Sodium
966mg
(40%)
Potassium
925mg
(26%)
Fiber
0.5g
(2%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
799IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
6mg
(7%)
Calcium
315mg
(32%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 549 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 549kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 61g | 122% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 205mg | 68% |
| Sodium | 966mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 925mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 799IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 315mg | 32% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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27 reviews
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