Description
Asparagus & Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken is a delicious and healthy dish that combines tender chicken breasts filled with fresh asparagus and creamy mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the asparagus and mozzarella cheese together.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff with the asparagus and mozzarella mixture.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in your favorite herbs before stuffing.
- Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg