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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Abubakr Raja
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my guests. It's a great way to impress your friends and family.
Jocelyn Olivarez
[email protected]This dish is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a perfect meal for a special occasion.
RAHIM PK
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I'm not a very experienced cook, so I would prefer a simpler recipe.
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[email protected]I'm allergic to asparagus, so I made this recipe with green beans instead. It turned out great!
Zariyah Jenkins
[email protected]This dish is a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices to the chicken and sauce.
Sifat Mahmud
[email protected]I'm not a fan of creamy sauces, so I made this recipe without the sauce. It was still very good, but I think it would be even better with the sauce.
Bhutta photography
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I made it with rotisserie chicken and it turned out great.
Brayo Musembi
[email protected]I made this for my boyfriend and he loved it! He said it was the best chicken dish he's ever had.
Eberahim Kholil
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken turned out dry and tough. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Jeanette
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use frozen asparagus, which makes it a great recipe for busy weeknights.
CAMERON DREYER
[email protected]I've tried many asparagus-stuffed chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of flavors is amazing.
Ayemohba Idemoh
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort.
Mr moyana Jack
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken and sauce were so good that they made me forget all about the asparagus.
Ahmed Sumon
[email protected]This dish is a bit too rich for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less butter and cream in the sauce.
Godson Okuoimose
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the asparagus was perfectly cooked.
Jannie Nayiga
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The sauce is especially good.
Fazal jan Tv
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out a little dry. Not sure what went wrong, but I'll try again and see if I can get it right next time.
Raja Zeeshan 145
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. The end result is a stunning and delicious meal that will impress your guests.
Rhyne Mathe
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of stuffed chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The asparagus and sauce were so delicious together, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. Will definitely make this again!
Cephas Kintu
[email protected]This asparagus-stuffed chicken with sauce is a real showstopper! The combination of tender chicken, juicy asparagus, and flavorful sauce is simply irresistible. I highly recommend it for a special occasion or a romantic dinner.