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Chicken – Asparagus Bundles

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These Chicken-Asparagus Bundles are a delightful way to elevate a simple weeknight dinner into something special. The dish features thin, boneless chicken breasts that are tender and juicy, wrapped around crisp-tender asparagus spears and fragrant fresh basil leaves. The combination of savory chicken and earthy asparagus creates a perfect balance of flavors, enhanced by a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a simple seasoning of salt and pepper. This recipe is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy evenings or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve these bundles with a side of roasted potatoes or a fresh green salad for a complete, satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 415.3
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
These Chicken-Asparagus Bundles are a delightful way to elevate a simple weeknight dinner into something special. The dish features thin, boneless chicken breasts that are tender and juicy, wrapped around crisp-tender asparagus spears and fragrant fresh basil leaves. The combination of savory chicken and earthy asparagus creates a perfect balance of flavors, enhanced by a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a simple seasoning of salt and pepper. This recipe is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy evenings or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve these bundles with a side of roasted potatoes or a fresh green salad for a complete, satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
  • 3/4 lbs ASPARAGUS, THIN, 5" LONG
  • 4 whole BONELESS CHICKEN BREASTS
  • 1 whole SALT AND PEPPER
  • 2 teaspoons EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
  • 1/4 cups FRESH BASIL LEAVES
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
  2. 2
    Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears and pat them dry.
  3. 3
    Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  4. 4
    Season both sides of the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper.
  5. 5
    Lay out one chicken breast on a clean work surface.
  6. 6
    Place a few fresh basil leaves on one end of the chicken breast.
  7. 7
    Arrange 3-4 asparagus spears lengthwise on top of the basil leaves.
  8. 8
    Tightly roll the chicken breast around the asparagus and basil, starting from the end with the filling.
  9. 9
    Secure each roll with a toothpick if necessary to keep it from unrolling.
  10. 10
    Place the bundles seam-side down in a baking dish.
  11. 11
    Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the chicken bundles.
  12. 12
    Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
  13. 13
    Let the bundles rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
  14. 14
    Remove toothpicks before serving and garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 415.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.8g17%
Saturated Fat 2.7g14%
Cholesterol 133.0mg45%
Sodium 1387.3mg58%
Total Carbohydrate 20.8g7%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g34%
Sugars 3.4g
Protein 61.9g124%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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