NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Chicken breast

1 cup Fresh spinach

2 tbsp Neufchatel cheese

1 tbsp Grated parmesan cheese

1 clove Garlic

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 tsp Olive oil

1 cup Asparagus spears

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• 2

  In a small skillet, sauté the minced garlic and fresh spinach until the spinach is fully wilted.

• 3

  In a small bowl, combine the wilted spinach mixture with the Neufchatel cheese and grated parmesan.

• 4

  Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the thickest part of the chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.

• 5

  Stuff the spinach and cheese mixture into the pocket and secure the opening with two toothpicks.

• 6

  Season the outside of the chicken breast with sea salt and black pepper.

• 7

  Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.

• 8

  Arrange the asparagus spears around the chicken in the skillet or on a separate baking sheet.

• 9

  Transfer to the oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

• 10

  Remove toothpicks before serving alongside the roasted asparagus.