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Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken and Roasted Red Salad
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Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken and Roasted Red Salad
4 servings
45 minutes total (Active 25 minutes)
  • Prepare chicken and begin to bake - 15 minutes
  • Prepare salad (use clean knife/cutting board); complete chicken and serve - 30 minutes
  • Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken

    Ingredients

    • 9-12 fresh asparagus spears (½ lb)
    • 4 chicken fillets or boneless, skinless breasts (2 lb)
    • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
    • 8 slices provolone cheese (6 oz)
    • 1 cup Deli roasted red tomatoes (or sun-dried tomatoes in oil)
    • 4 small skewers (or toothpicks)
    • cooking spray

    Prep

    • Preheat oven to 400°F.
    • Cut asparagus into 2-inch pieces, removing tough root end.

    Steps

    1. Place asparagus in microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on HIGH 2-3 minutes or until slightly softened.
    2. Butterfly chicken; cut in half horizontally, leaving one side attached. Lay chicken open (wash hands); sprinkle with seasoned salt.
    3. Fold two slices of cheese in half and place on one side (or one half) of each chicken fillet. Arrange 3-4 asparagus spears on top of cheese. Top each with ¼ cup roasted tomatoes, then fold chicken back together; secure with a skewer and place in 2-quart baking dish. Place any leftover asparagus between chicken. Coat top of chicken with spray; bake 25-30 minutes or until chicken is 165°F. Slice chicken and serve.

    Roasted Red Salad

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, coarsely chopped
    • 1-2 teaspoons fresh dill, finely chopped
    • 2 large tomatoes
    • ½ cup roasted red peppers
    • 1 cup Deli roasted red tomatoes (or sun-dried tomatoes in oil)
    • 2 tablespoons capers
    • 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • ¼ teaspoon coarse sea salt (or kosher salt)
    • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
    • ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese

    Prep

    • Chop parsley and dill; set both aside.

    Steps

    1. Cut tomatoes into ¼-inch-thick slices; arrange slices on serving plate. Cut red peppers into thin strips; arrange on top of fresh tomato slices. Top with roasted tomatoes.
    2. Sprinkle with parsley, dill, and capers; drizzle with olive oil. Top with salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese.

    Serving Suggestions

  • Complete your meal with roasted potatoes, dinner rolls, and chocolate cake for dessert.
  • Once the chicken is stuffed, it may also be grilled or pan sautéed. Just be sure to use your meat thermometer to avoid over-cooking.
  • Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken

    Amount per ¼ recipe serving: Calories 440, Total Fat 19g, Chol 160mg, Sodium 840mg, Total Carb 5g, Fiber 2g, Calc 35%, Vitamin A 20%, Vitamin C 6%, Iron 10%

    Roasted Red Salad

    Amount per ¼ recipe serving: Calories 210, Total Fat 18g, Chol 5mg, Sodium 500mg, Total Carb 11g, Fiber 2g, Calc 8%, Vitamin A 40%, Vitamin C 80%, Iron 15%