Description
This Asparagus Stuffed Chicken recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts stuffed with fresh asparagus and provolone cheese, baked to perfection and served with a creamy artichoke and spinach sauce. It’s a flavorful and elegant dish perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Filling
- 6 (5-6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to ¼-inch thickness, seasoned with salt and pepper
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 24 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
- Toothpicks for securing rolls
Sauce
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 packet Artichoke & Spinach Warm Dip Mix
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray the foil with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Chicken: Lay out each pounded chicken breast and season with salt and pepper. Place one slice of provolone cheese on each breast, followed by four trimmed asparagus spears. Carefully roll up each chicken breast tightly around the filling and secure with toothpicks to hold the shape.
- Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the rolled chicken breasts seam-side up on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are spaced evenly.
- Bake Chicken: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) as measured by an instant-read thermometer, ensuring the chicken is safe to eat and juicy.
- Make the Sauce: While the chicken bakes, prepare the sauce by placing the cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute until softened. Whisk in the 2% milk and the packet of Artichoke & Spinach Warm Dip Mix thoroughly. Microwave again for 30 seconds, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and microwave for an additional 1 minute until the sauce is hot and smooth.
- Serve: Remove the toothpicks from the chicken and drizzle each stuffed chicken breast with the warm creamy artichoke and spinach sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious, comforting meal.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken breasts are pounded thin and evenly to facilitate rolling and even cooking.
- Use fresh asparagus spears and trim the woody ends for the best flavor and texture.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken to prevent undercooking or overcooking.
- The Artichoke & Spinach Warm Dip Mix can be substituted with a similar cream-based seasoning mix if unavailable.
- To make prep easier, you can prepare the sauce in advance and gently reheat before serving.
