Chicken, especially when it’s juicy, flavorful, and simple to prepare, is wonderful. I get excited whenever I find a recipe that prevents chicken breasts from drying out while cooking. The chicken dish in this recipe has quickly become a household favorite, and I often prepare it for company or special occasions. The chicken is the show-stopper, but the presentation is also stunning. People can’t stop raving about this dish.
The harmony of the flavors is what really gets me. The recipe may seem laborious, but it’s actually quite simple. Preparing the chicken breasts is a breeze if you plan ahead and have all the necessary ingredients on hand. The section labeled “Notes” should prove to be a goldmine of information.
Roasted vegetables, sautéed zucchini, roasted butternut and acorn squash, or risotto are some of my favorite accompaniments. Countless condiments and vegetables would go wonderfully with this main course.
Ingredients :
Chicken breasts, skinless and boneless, in the range of 4 to 6
2–4 slices of Swiss or Mozzarella
Powdered garlic (to taste)
Powdered onions (to taste)
Paprika (to taste) (to taste)
Spices from Italy (to taste)
Black pepper and salt
A bunch of 8 asparagus spears, prepped
Crusty Japanese bread crumbs, about a quarter cup’s worth (optional)
Instructions:
The oven should be heated to 375 degrees. Prepare an 8-by-8-inch greased baking dish.
Spread the chicken breasts out in a resealable freezer bag on the kitchen counter. Use the smooth side of a meat mallet to pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
Mix together some garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and sprinkle them on both sides.
Put four asparagus spears down the middle of a chicken breast and top with cheese.
Roll up the other chicken breast in the same way, this time encasing the asparagus and cheese inside. Use string or toothpicks to secure the rolls.
Place the rolls in the baking dish, seam side down, and top each with about 2 tablespoons of bread crumbs.
About 25 minutes in a preheated oven should do it to ensure that a fork inserted into the center comes out clean.