Asparagus and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Asparagus stuffed chicken breasts with mozzarella cheese are lightly breaded, cooked to perfection, and on the table in less than an hour.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 390 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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).

Step 2

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

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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. Brush chicken breasts with mayonnaise if using and sprinkle bread crumbs over top.