Here’s a simple and delicious way to make Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Fillet—juicy chicken packed with cheesy asparagus flavor:
🥬 Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Fillet
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breast fillets
- 8–10 fresh asparagus spears (trimmed)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella (or cheddar)
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Toothpicks (to secure)
🔪 Instructions
- Prepare the chicken
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket (don’t cut all the way through).
- Season
- Rub inside and outside with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
- Make the filling
- Mix mozzarella, cream cheese, and garlic in a bowl.
- Stuff it
- Place 3–5 asparagus spears inside each chicken breast.
- Add the cheese mixture on top.
- Secure with toothpicks.
- Cook
Option 1: Pan + Oven (best flavor)- Heat oil in a pan, sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer to oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes.
Option 2: All in pan
- Cover and cook on low heat for 15–20 minutes, flipping occasionally.
- Rest & serve
- Let rest 5 minutes before cutting.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Steamed rice or butter rice
- Fresh salad or sautéed vegetables
💡 Tips
- Don’t overstuff or it may leak out.
- Pound chicken slightly for even thickness.
- Add chili flakes if you want a spicy kick 🌶️
If you want, I can give you an air fryer version or a low-calorie version too.
