Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) so it’s ready for baking the stuffed chicken.
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken Breasts
Place the 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts on a clean chopping board. Sprinkle each breast with:
1. 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix,
2. 1 teaspoon garlic powder,
3. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika,
4. Sea salt and pepper.
Step 3: Create Pockets in the Chicken
Carefully cut each chicken breast lengthwise to create pockets without cutting all the way through.
Step 4: Prepare the Filling
Trim and wash the 12 asparagus stalks. To stuff one slice of mozzarella cheese:
1. Add three sprigs of asparagus,
2. Include some chopped sun-dried tomatoes,
3. Roll up the cheese to hold everything inside.
4. Stuff each chicken breast with this mixture.
Step 5: Secure and Sear the Chicken
Close each pocket using toothpicks to hold them shut. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Add in the stuffed chicken breasts and sear until they are nicely golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side.
Step 6: Bake the Chicken
Transfer the seared chicken into your preheated oven. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked through with no pink remaining inside. Enjoy your delicious asparagus stuffed chicken breast!
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