Cheesy Asparagus Stuffed Chicken

Here’s a delicious recipe for Cheesy Asparagus Stuffed Chicken:

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 12 asparagus spears, trimmed
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
   • Cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Make sure not to cut all the way through.
2. Stuff the Chicken:
   • Place 3 asparagus spears inside each chicken breast pocket.
   • Stuff each pocket with mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
3. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
   • Add the stuffed chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
   • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Make the Sauce:
   • In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and Dijon mustard. Stir to combine.
   • Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Bake the Chicken:
   • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
   • 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 and bubbly.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
   • Serve the chicken with the creamy sauce from the skillet.

Enjoy your Cheesy Asparagus Stuffed Chicken!