Asparagus Recipe:
Rolled Chicken and Asparagus

Recipe:

This attractive dish is so easy to assemble and looks so impressive. It is good served hot or cold. When preparing the asparagus, snap off the fibrous end and soak the tips in water to remove any dirt.

• Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 24-30 asparagus spears (tough ends removed)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 6 green onions, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut chicken breasts into 8 or 10 strips, each about 1 inch by 5 inches long.
2. Wrap each strip in a corkscrew fashion around 2 or 3 uncooked asparagus spears. Fasten with toothpicks. Place in a covered baking dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with lemon juice, green onions, salt, and pepper.
3. Cover and bake 25-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Remove toothpicks. Serve hot or refrigerate until chilled and serve cold.

Note: One serving is a good source of fiber.

Submitted by: Quick & Healthy Recipes and Ideas, 3rd Edition, © 2008 Brenda J. Ponichtera, R.D.