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closer view of asparagus stuffed chicken breast

Asparagus Stuffed Chicken

Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 369kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 Chicken Breast
  • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 6 Slices Swiss
  • 4 Slices Proscuitto
  • 16 Asparagus Spears
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 Tablespoons Mild Tasting Oil (see notes below)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Pat the chicken dry. Carefully cut a pocket through the center of each breast, trying not to pierce through the other side.
    hand on top of a chicken breast, with a knife going through
  • Open the breast, and sprinkle the inside with lemon zest. Layer a slice of cheese, then prosciutto, then 3-4 asparagus spears (depending on the size of your chicken) on one side of each breast.
    closer view of asparagus stuffed chicken breast
  • Fold the other side of your breast over the filling. Sprinkle the top of each with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Press to adhere seasoning.
    closer view of asparagus stuffed chicken breast
  • Option to sear the chicken breast in oil for a golden crust (3-5 minutes on each side) before moving forward. If not, place chicken on a skillet or baking sheet, and bake for 20 minutes, you'll know the chicken is done once the internal temp of the breasts has reached 165 F. Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving, and enjoy!
    closer view of asparagus stuffed chicken breast

Notes

  1. Nutritional information is for 1 chicken breast if you evenly divide the filling into 4 breasts:

Nutrition

Calories: 369kcal | Total Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 900mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Net Carbs: 2g

Delicious recipe from Lindsey Hyland // www.thelittlepine.com