Want to turn chicken into restaurant-quality gourmet fare? You can't get much quicker than Renee Smith's Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breasts drizzled with a luscious lemony sauce and sprinkled with toasted almonds. "This easy microwave recipe has been a family favorite for many years," writes Renee from Clinton Township, Michigan. TIP: Serve with Mandarin orange sections to round out the meal.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread with mustard; sprinkle with onion. Place asparagus spears down the center of chicken; fold over and secure with toothpicks if necessary. , Place seam side down in an ungreased 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 6-8 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Keep warm., For sauce, in a small microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Gradually whisk in egg yolks, lemon juice, water and salt. Microwave, uncovered, at 30% power for 30 seconds or until mixture reaches 160° and is thickened, stirring once. Spoon over chicken. Sprinkle with almonds. Discard toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Fat 39g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 321mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
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dogmann _112
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The chicken is so juicy and tender, and the stuffing is packed with flavor.
osos jesus
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The stuffing was so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly.
Saad Ntambazi
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes to make for special occasions. It's always a crowd-pleaser and the leftovers are just as good the next day.
Md Hasebul
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and the chicken was cooked to perfection.
Malik Asif Awan
[email protected]This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more seasoning to the chicken and the stuffing.
Zena Disi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the stuffing is the perfect complement.
MrsLynn Edwards
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the chicken is cooked to perfection.
Jai Kumar Sk
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was so moist and the asparagus stuffing was a nice change of pace from the usual stuffing recipes.
Diamond music
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The chicken is so juicy and tender, and the stuffing is packed with flavor.
Kyile bobak
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The stuffing was so flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly.
bunny tail
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes to make for special occasions. It's always a crowd-pleaser and the leftovers are just as good the next day.
Muhammad Azhar786
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and the chicken was cooked to perfection.
Adison
[email protected]This recipe was amazing! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the asparagus stuffing was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.