Description
Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast is a succulent and flavorful dish that transforms your dinner table into an elegant dining experience. This easy-to-make recipe features juicy chicken breasts filled with tender asparagus, creamy mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes—a delightful combination that bursts with flavor in every bite. Perfect for both special occasions and cozy weeknight meals, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. In just about 40 minutes, you can create a gourmet meal that’s healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ lb)
- 12 asparagus stalks, trimmed
- 1 ounce sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil
- Italian seasoning mix
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Sea salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and pepper.
- Carefully cut a pocket in each chicken breast without cutting through.
- Roll three asparagus stalks with sun-dried tomatoes in mozzarella cheese and stuff into the pockets.
- Secure openings with toothpicks.
- Sear chicken in olive oil on medium-high heat until golden brown (3-5 minutes per side).
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove toothpicks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg