Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken
This Succulent chicken breast wrapped in savory prosciutto, baked to perfection for a simple yet elegant dish.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- Skillet
- Tongs
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 8 slices prosciutto
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
- Wrap each seasoned chicken breast with 2 slices of prosciutto, ensuring the entire surface is covered.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the wrapped chicken breasts, seam side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the prosciutto is golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your delicious prosciutto-wrapped chicken hot with your favorite sides!
Disclaimer:
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Calories: 331kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 50gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 883mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 176IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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