“Mediterranean Keto Delight: Aromatic Lemon-Garlic Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Asparagus & Cauliflower Rice”

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 1 head cauliflower, grated or riced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. a. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). b. Using a knife, make a horizontal cut in each chicken breast, creating a pocket for the lemon garlic filling. c. In a bowl, combine lemon juice and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Stuff each chicken breast with the mixture. d. Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Sear each stuffed chicken breast until golden brown on both sides, approximately 4 minutes per side. e. Place the skillet with chicken breasts into the preheated oven and bake for 20 25 minutes, or until cooked through. f. Toss trimmed asparagus in a small amount of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven alongside the chicken for 15 20 minutes, or until tender. g. While the chicken and asparagus are baking, prepare cauliflower rice according to package instructions. Set aside. h. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. i. To plate, arrange a bed of cauliflower rice on each plate, followed by roasted asparagus, and top with sliced chicken breast. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Chef’s Insight

To enhance flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in lemon juice and garlic for at least an hour before stuffing and cooking.

Notes

Adjust the seasoning according to personal preference. - Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices for additional flavor profiles.