Asparagus & Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe

Name: Asparagus & Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe
Total time: 45 mins
Ingredients: 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; salt and black pepper to taste; 8 asparagus spears, trimmed - divided; 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1 to 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 0.25 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

This simple yet elegant asparagus and mozzarella stuffed chicken is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Its fresh taste pairs perfectly with roasted potatoes or rice.

Total time45 mins
Prep time20 mins
Cook time25 mins
Yield2

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Servings

Ingredients

2 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and black pepper to taste
8 asparagus spears, trimmed - divided
0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 to 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
0.25 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

Instructions

Get all ingredients ready. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
Place each chicken breast between two sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap (freezer bags work great) on a stable surface. Use the flat side of a meat mallet to gently pound the chicken to an even 1/4-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Lay four asparagus spears along the center of each chicken breast, then add mozzarella cheese on top. Roll the chicken tightly around the filling to create neat, compact rolls.
Place the chicken rolls, seam-down, in the prepared baking dish. If desired, brush the chicken with mayonnaise and sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear. A meat thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition

Calories: 390 kcal
Fat Content: 11 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 2 g
Sodium Content: 581 mg
Protein Content: 57 g
Cholesterol Content: 147 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 13 g
Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g