Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavor of Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Fillet, a delightful dish that marries elegance with simplicity. Featuring tender chicken breasts filled with fresh asparagus, creamy mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it promises a wholesome dining experience that will impress your family and friends. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or flavorful grains to elevate your meal. With its nutritious ingredients and mouthwatering taste, this stuffed chicken fillet will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ lb)
- 12 asparagus stalks
- 1 ounce chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil
- Italian seasoning mix
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Sea salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning mix, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and pepper.
- Cut pockets into each chicken breast for stuffing.
- Roll three asparagus stalks with chopped sun-dried tomatoes in each slice of mozzarella cheese.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the mozzarella-asparagus rolls and secure openings with toothpicks.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear each stuffed chicken breast for 3-5 minutes on both sides 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
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg