This cheesy asparagus stuffed chicken breast recipe is a weeknight dinner dream come true. It's prepared with just a few ingredients, it's all made in one pan, and it's so cheesy!
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepperto taste
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoonground paprika
4tablespoonsgoat cheese
16spearsasparagusfirm ends cut off
4slicesfresh mozzarella cheese
1tablespoonolive oil
1tablespoonbalsamic vinegar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper to taste and then garlic powder and paprika.
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon ground paprika
Cut each chicken breast in half lengthwise. Be careful not to cut all the way through. You're just making a place to put the cheese and asparagus.
Spread 1 tablespoon goat cheese into the inside of each chicken breast pocket.
4 tablespoons goat cheese
Top with 4 stalks asparagus (sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper), and then top with the mozzarella. You might need to fold the mozzarella to make sure not too much is sticking out (it will stick to the pan if so).
Secure each chicken breast closed with 3 toothpicks, taking care that they're as flat as possible so that the chicken will sear fully.
Heat a large (oven safe) skillet over medium high heat. Add the olive oil and coat the pan. Watch for it to start to glisten. Once glistening, stir in the balsamic vinegar.