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Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast

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40min

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4 servings

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Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast is an elegant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with fresh asparagus and melted cheese. This recipe elevates the classic chicken breast by stuffing it with crisp asparagus spears and a savory cheese blend. The result is a juicy, flavorful chicken dish that's impressive enough for special occasions but easy enough for a weeknight dinner. It's a delicious way to incorporate vegetables into your main course.

Nutrition Facts

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Fiber
Sugar
2 g
1 g
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Milk

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Steps

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1
Preheat oven

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2
Prepare chicken

Cut a pocket into each chicken breast horizontally, being careful not to cut all the way through.

3
Season chicken

Season both sides of chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.

4
Prepare asparagus

Trim the woody ends of asparagus spears.

5
Prepare cheese mixture

In a bowl, mix mozzarella, Parmesan, and minced garlic.

6
Stuff chicken

Fill each chicken pocket with cheese mixture and 4 asparagus spears.

7
Secure chicken

Use toothpicks to close the openings of the chicken breasts.

8
Prepare baking dish

Brush a baking dish with olive oil.

9
Bake chicken

Place stuffed chicken breasts in the baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

10
Rest and serve

Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Remove toothpicks, slice chicken, and serve with lemon wedges.

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