Asparagus and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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This asparagus and mozzarella stuffed chicken dish is easy enough for a Tuesday, but looks pretty enough for company. It has a really fresh flavor and goes great with roasted potatoes or rice.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • salt and black pepper to taste

  • 8 asparagus spears, trimmed

  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ¼ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.

  2. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch. Sprinkle each side with salt and pepper.

  3. Place four asparagus spears down the center of each chicken breast, then top with mozzarella. Roll chicken around fillings to make tidy, compact rolls. Transfer chicken, seam-side down, to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle bread crumbs over top.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

    close up view of Asparagus and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breasts, served with mashed potatoes and corn on a white plate
    Vanessa Bergen
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

390 Calories
11g Fat
13g Carbs
57g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 390
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 4g 22%
Cholesterol 147mg 49%
Sodium 581mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 57g 115%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 279mg 21%
Iron 4mg 21%
Potassium 542mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.