Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4  large free-range organic chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • salt and pepper
  • 12 asparagus stalks (trimmed)
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 425ºF. Cut the chicken breasts in half, lengthwise. Create a pocket in each chicken breast, but do not cut all the way through.
  • Place the chicken on your work surface. Season the inside of the chicken breasts with lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  • Lay the mozzarella cheese and 3 asparagus pieces inside each chicken breast, and fold over, enclosing the filling.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Then, season the outside of the chicken breasts with this spice mixture. Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. Sear the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side, until it is golden brown.
  • Place the chicken in the oven. Bake for 20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF.