Dress up basic chicken breasts with prosciutto for a romantic dinner for two or an elegant dinner party. Prosciutto is a paper-thin cured ham with a deep, salty flavor and a melt-in-your mouth texture. Paired with either a simple salad, seasonal vegetables or your favorite sides, this simple and memorable dish is sure to be a favorite. This simple main course is also low in fat and calories, making it as healthy as it is delicious.
Step 1
Trim away excess fat and remove the tenderloin from each chicken breast. Reserve the tenderloin for future use. Rinse the chicken breasts and pat dry.
Step 2
Lay out one slice of proscuitto for each chicken breasts, allowing one breast per person.
Step 3
Sprinkle the prosciutto with fresh, finely chopped herbs. Try oregano, sage or rosemary.
Step 4
Season each chicken breast with freshly ground black pepper.
Step 5
Place a chicken breast on each slice of prosciutto. Wrap the prosciutto around the chicken and secure into place with a toothpick.
Step 6
Heat 1 tbsp. olive oil over medium heat. Add the prosciutto-wrapped chicken and cook until the prosciutto is crisp and the chicken cooked through, around six to seven minutes per side.
Step 7
Remove the toothpicks before serving.
Tips and Warnings
- Deglaze the pan with 1/2 cup dry white wine to make a simple and tasty sauce for the chicken. Try adding fontina cheese to this dish for a flavorful twist.
Things You'll Need
- Chicken breasts
- Prosciutto
- Fresh herbs
- Freshly ground pepper
- Toothpicks
- Olive oil
- Skillet or saute pan
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