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Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast

Cheesy Baked Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lb total)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 8 to 10 asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

Method
 

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4‑inch thickness and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Mix the cream cheese with half the mozzarella. Spread it on the chicken, leaving a border, then lay the asparagus spears crosswise near one short end.
  3. Roll each breast up tightly, secure with toothpicks, and season the outside with paprika. Sear in an oven-safe skillet with olive oil over medium‑high for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden.
  4. Transfer the skillet to a 400°F (200°C) oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, remove the toothpicks, slice into rounds, and serve hot.

Notes

If your asparagus is thicker than a pencil, blanch the spears for 1 minute and dry them well before stuffing. Use an instant-read thermometer to check doneness without cutting into the roll. Lift the chicken out of the skillet with a spatula so the toothpicks don’t catch.