Here’s a recipe for Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast:
### Ingredients:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 12 asparagus spears, trimmed
– 4 slices mozzarella cheese (or your preferred cheese)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Toothpicks (to secure the chicken breasts)
### Instructions:
1. **Preheat Oven**:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. **Prepare Chicken Breasts**:
– Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board.
– Use a sharp knife to create a pocket in each chicken breast by cutting along one side. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
3. **Season Chicken**:
– Season the chicken breasts inside and out with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
4. **Stuff Chicken**:
– Place 3 asparagus spears and 1 slice of mozzarella cheese inside each chicken breast pocket.
– Secure the opening with toothpicks to keep the filling inside during cooking.
5. **Sear Chicken**:
– Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
– Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
6. **Bake Chicken**:
– Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the seared chicken breasts.
– Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
7. **Serve**:
– Remove the toothpicks before serving.
– Enjoy your Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast with your favorite sides!
Feel free to customize the recipe with additional herbs, spices, or a different type of cheese to suit your taste. Enjoy!
