Dinner for 4
Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breast
$9.87for 450 minServes 4
Chicken breasts hold asparagus, mozzarella, lemon zest, and spices while baking until the centers reach a safe temperature.
Photo: primaverakitchen.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 2 lb | $6.98Typical price |
 | Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 0.25 | $0.10Typical price |
 | Asparagus$3.49/lb typical | 0.45 lb | $1.57Typical price |
 | Mozzarella$0.30/oz typical | 3 oz | $0.90Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $9.87 | ||
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oil
Not included in the cost.
Swaps
- Swap Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Swap Mozzarella for Cheddar and shredded cheeseabout the same price
- 50 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
AmericanGluten-freeLow-carbHigh-proteinBudgetFamilyDinnersSpring
$2.47 per serving$9.87 for 4
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Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- salt and pepper
- 12 stalks asparagus
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Steps
- Heat the oven to 400 F and trim the asparagus stalks.
- Cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without slicing through it.
- Season the chicken with lemon zest, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Fill each pocket with asparagus and mozzarella, then secure the openings with toothpicks if needed.
- Place the chicken in a greased 9-by-13-inch baking dish and brush it with olive oil.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the thickest part reaches 165 F.
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