Chicken Asparagus Roll Ups
Elevate your dinner with these irresistible Chicken Asparagus Roll Ups, a deliciously simple yet elegant dish that combines tender chicken breasts, crisp asparagus spears, and gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic, paprika, and Italian herbs, these stuffed and rolled chicken filets are baked to golden perfection, topped with a sprinkle of parmesan for a savory, cheesy finish. A drizzle of refreshing lemon juice adds a bright, zesty contrast to this protein-packed recipe. Ready in just 40 minutes, this wholesome and family-friendly meal pairs beautifully with rice or a fresh garden salad. Whether you're hosting guests or looking for an easy weeknight dinner idea, these baked chicken roll-ups promise to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 12 pieces asparagus spears
- 100 grams mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 8 pieces toothpicks
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Trim the ends off the asparagus spears and blanch them in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick.
In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Rub the chicken breasts on both sides with olive oil and season evenly with the spice mixture.
Lay each chicken breast flat on a clean surface. Place 3 asparagus spears and a small portion of mozzarella cheese at one end of the chicken breast.
Tightly roll the chicken breast around the asparagus and cheese, starting from the filled end, and secure the roll up with 1-2 toothpicks.
Place the roll ups seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken for added flavor.
Bake the roll ups in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle parmesan cheese over the roll ups and return to the oven to allow the cheese to melt and become golden brown.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the roll ups rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Carefully remove the toothpicks and serve the roll ups warm. Enjoy with a side of rice or a fresh salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.5 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 646 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 3636 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 245.0 g | 490% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 914 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 512 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
