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Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

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This Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe features tender chicken breasts stuffed with fresh asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese. Seasoned with a blend of Italian herbs, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, then seared and baked to perfection, it’s a flavorful and elegant meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb.)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Stuffing

  • 12 asparagus stalks (ends trimmed)
  • 1 ounce sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese

For Cooking

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
  2. Season Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a clean chopping board and sprinkle evenly with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
  3. Create Pockets: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut each chicken breast lengthwise to create a pocket without cutting all the way through.
  4. Prepare Stuffing: Trim and wash the asparagus stalks. Place three asparagus spears and some chopped sun-dried tomatoes on a slice of mozzarella cheese, then roll the cheese to hold the filling together.
  5. Stuff Chicken: Insert the asparagus, sun-dried tomato, and mozzarella roll into each chicken pocket. Secure the opening with a toothpick to hold the stuffing inside.
  6. Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear them until golden brown on each side, about 3-5 minutes per side.
  7. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven (or place chicken on a baking dish if skillet is not oven-safe) and bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  8. Serve: Remove toothpicks and serve the hot, stuffed chicken breasts immediately. Enjoy your delicious meal!

Notes

  • Be careful when cutting the chicken pocket to avoid slicing all the way through.
  • You can substitute mozzarella with provolone or fontina cheese for a different flavor.
  • Make sure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • If your skillet isn’t oven-safe, transfer the chicken to a baking dish before baking.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to lock in juices.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing and Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/asparagus-stuffed-chicken-breast-recipe/