Asparagus Stuffed Chicken

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Total Time: 40 Minutes, Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients :

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 4 slices mozzarella
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 bundle asparagus, woody ends removed
• 2 tbsp. Extra-virgin olive oil, for pan
• Lemon wedges, for serving
• 1/4 c. grated Parmesan, for garnish

Instructions :

• Preheat oven to 400°. In a medium bowl, toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. 

• On a clean work surface, cut a pocket into each chicken breast, then stuff each with mozzarella, and asparagus. Season chicken all over with oregano, salt, and pepper. Secure with toothpicks.

• In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add chicken and cook until seared and golden on bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip chicken and cook until second side is golden, about 5 minutes more.
• Transfer skillet to oven and bake until chicken is cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes more.
• Squeeze fresh lemon juice over cooked chicken and garnish with Parmesan.

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