This delicious and elegant dish is perfect for a special dinner or when you want to impress your guests with minimal effort. Tender chicken breasts are stuffed with fresh asparagus, a blend of gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs. The chicken is seared to golden perfection and then baked to ensure it remains juicy while the flavors meld together beautifully. It’s a healthy, flavorful dish that pairs wonderfully with a side of roasted potatoes or a fresh garden salad.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 asparagus spears, trimmed
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken: Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle the inside and outside of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the chicken: Place 3 asparagus spears and a generous amount of shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese inside each chicken breast. Close the chicken breasts and secure them with toothpicks if needed.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove the toothpicks (if used), garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Enjoy your flavorful asparagus-stuffed chicken breast!
