Description
A delicious and healthy meal featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with fresh asparagus and creamy cheese, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Take the chicken breasts and make a pocket in each by slicing them horizontally.
- Stuff each pocket with the asparagus mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, do not overstuff the chicken. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor. Experiment with different herbs and cheeses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, asparagus, stuffed chicken, healthy dinner, easy recipe