CHICKEN/ASPARAGUS ROLL-UPS

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We love fresh asparagus. Combined with chicken, this is a terrific main dish that can be made the day before and popped into the oven after work.

Provided by Claudia Dawn

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, pounded thin
1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and washed
1/8 cup flour
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon leaves thyme, divided
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups white onions, sliced 1/4 thick
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 large tomatoes, sliced 1/2 thick
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Season pounded chicken breasts lightly with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Place 2-3 asparagus spears on each chicken breast half.
  • Roll up tightly; secure with toothpicks, if necessary.
  • Set aside.
  • Combine flour, garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp thyme and paprika.
  • Roll chicken in flour mixture.
  • Place onions and diced tomatoes on bottom of 13x9" pan, reserving 8 slices of onion for top.
  • Place chicken breasts over vegetables; top with reserved onion and tomato slices.
  • Combine broth with remaining salt and thyme; pour around chicken.
  • Cover pan loosely with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

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