Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast

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This is an attractive and delicious way to serve chicken.

Submitted by Julie Enyeart
Updated on January 28, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) container small fresh mozzarella balls

  • 4 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts

  • 3 medium plum tomatoes, sliced

  • 12 stalks fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking pan with aluminum foil.

  2. Drain 8 mozzarella balls. Reserve any extra mozzarella balls for another use.

  3. Slice chicken breasts by cutting lengthwise 3/4 of the way through. Open them like a book, then layer one side of each breast with mozzarella balls, tomatoes, and asparagus. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Close and secure with toothpicks. Transfer to the prepared pan.

  4. Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Cook's Note:

I use an onion- and chive-infused olive oil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

369 Calories
19g Fat
7g Carbs
41g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 369
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 24%
Saturated Fat 10g 48%
Cholesterol 125mg 42%
Sodium 154mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 41g 82%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 476mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.