Description
Discover the delightful Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Fillet, a perfect blend of elegance and flavor. This dish features tender chicken breasts filled with fresh asparagus, creamy mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any dinner table. Ideal for weeknight meals or special gatherings, this recipe emphasizes healthy ingredients while delivering a burst of flavors in every bite. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or grains for a complete meal that will surely become a staple in your kitchen.
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 and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and pepper.
- Carefully cut pockets into each chicken breast.
- Roll three asparagus stalks and some sun-dried tomatoes in each slice of mozzarella cheese.
- Stuff the chicken breasts with the mozzarella-asparagus mixture and secure with toothpicks.
- Sear the stuffed chicken in a heated cast-iron skillet with olive oil for 3–5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 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 Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg