Asparagus & Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken
From recessionary-themed dinner parties to “recessipes,” we’re all feeling the crunch. And I’m not talking about the sound of my hand diving into a bag of potato chips. Tough economic times means even tighter budgets, and I’ve found that shopping what’s in season is the number one way to cut costs. In addition to being cheaper, picking seasonal produce ensures the freshest of ingredients that are at their peak in nutritional value. Bright green-tipped asparagus have begun popping up at my local farmer’s markets, so I’m using the vitamin rich ingredient as a vegetable stuffing. Pairing the asparagus with a creamy goat cheese spread adds flavor without adding excess costs, or unwanted fat calories, to your budget and to your waistline.
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Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 30 min 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts Slice a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through the meat. Spread a portion of the garlic-and-herb goat cheese in the middle of the pocket and then place three asparagus stalks on top of the cheese (if needed, use a tooth pick to secure the ingredients). Sprinkle each stuffed chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil and butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan, then add the minced garlic. Add the stuffed chicken breasts to the pan and cook for about six minutes on one side. Flip the chicken breasts to sear the second side and add the chicken broth. Cover the pan and cook until the chicken is fully cooked. Slice and serve with whole grain rice or pasta.
Asparagus & Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken
Ingredients:
6 stalks asparagus, trimmed at the ends
¼ cup light garlic-and-herb goat cheese spread (such as Montchevré)
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ cup low sodium chicken brothDirections:
Julia — May 9, 2009 @ 11:27 am
This dish was delicious, easy to boot! I added increased the garlic to three cloves. I will definitely make this again. Also- I recommend the “Chavrie Basil and Garlic” goat cheese.
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Hi there! Just found your blog via pinterest & I your recipes look amazing! I will definitely be trying this recipe…love goat cheese!!!
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