Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients:

• Boneless chicken breasts
• Asparagus spears
• Cheese slices (mozzarella, Swiss, provolone)
• Sliced tomatoes
• Fresh Basil leaves (optional)
• Thinly sliced charcuterie meat (optional)
• Spices – original recipe calls for:
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper
• Spices – we used:
  • Montreal Chicken Spice
  • Oregano
  • Salt and pepper

Directions:

• Cut breasts lengthwise butterfly-style, but not right through to create a pocket
• Spice inside of breasts
• Layer stuffing ingredients: asparagus, tomatoes, cheese (optional meat and basil)
• Close pockets with toothpicks
• Coat outside of chicken with spices
• Bake in oven at 400° for 30-35 minutes