Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe by Tasty

Instructions

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1. 1 Preheat oven to 425˚F (220˚F).
2. 2 On a cutting board, cut the chicken breasts in half, lengthwise, leaving it intact on one side.
3. 3 Season the inside of the chicken with salt and pepper.
4. 4 Sprinkle the lemon zest on the interior of the chicken. Top with piece of provolone and three stalks of asparagus, then fold the chicken over enclosing the filling.
5. 5 Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
6. 6 Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, and add the oil. Add the chicken to the pan, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden brown.
7. 7 Flip the chicken over and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
8. 8 Cover the skillet with aluminum foil and place in the oven for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 155˚F (70˚C).
9. 9 Remove the skillet and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
10. 10 Remove the foil, and serve.
11. 11 Enjoy!