Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Stuffed with Herb Ricotta is an impressive and delicious dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. The combination of crispy prosciutto, tender chicken, and creamy herb ricotta creates a flavor-packed dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is relatively easy to make, but it does require some prep work. You will need to butterfly the chicken breasts and pound them thin. Then, you will need to make the herb ricotta filling and wrap the chicken breasts in prosciutto. Once the chicken is assembled, you will bake it in the oven until it is cooked through. The result is a juicy, flavorful chicken dish that is sure to impress your guests.
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PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED STUFFED CHICKEN WITH HERBED RICOTTA
This recipe is from Rachel Ray. Her recipe uses fresh parsley, basil and thyme. She also uses wine to deglaze the pan. I have made adjustments to the recipe based on what I used. Feel free to adjust herbs to your liking and if you cook with wine, it can be used in place of the chicken stock. Be creative.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Measure the ricotta cheese into a small bowl. Add in parsley, sage, rosemary and garlic. Add in the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano and stir well to blend.
- Butterfly each chicken breast and fill each with a fourth of the ricotta cheese mixture. Wrap each chicken breast in a slice of the proscuitto di Parma.
- Add 1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil to an ovenproof skillet. Warm over medium high heat. Add in prepared chicken breasts and brown, turning once for 4 to 6 minutes. Place the pan with the chicken in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Remove chicken from pan, deglaze the pan with chicken stock, add in lemon juice, butter and additional stock as needed to make a sauce. Spoon over chicken.
- This is delicious served with oven roasted asparagus and makes and elegant but simple meal.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.4, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 118.8, Sodium 206.9, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 35.3
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED CHICKEN INVOLTINI WITH PEAS AND RICOTTA
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Add the peas to a bowl and begin to mash them with the back of a fork until they are mostly broken down. Add the ricotta and use the fork to blend and mash them together. Add the Parmesan, lemon zest, chile flakes, garlic powder and onion powder and stir to combine. Set the mixture aside while you prepare the chicken.
- Place the chicken cutlets between 2 pieces of parchment paper and pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin until they are 1/4-inch thick. Remove the top layer of parchment paper and sprinkle the chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Divide the pea and ricotta mixture evenly among the chicken cutlets, smoothing it out to cover the surface area.
- Working one at a time, starting with the large end of the cutlet, roll the chicken up in a continuous spiral. Place the chicken on a plate seam-side down and continue the process with the remaining chicken.
- Shingle 3 slices of prosciutto so they slightly overlap. Place one piece of chicken about a third of the way up from the bottom of the prosciutto. Similarly to wrapping a burrito, bring the base of the prosciutto up over the chicken, roll the chicken once, then fold in the ends of the prosciutto, so that the ends of the chicken are covered, and continue to roll until the chicken is completely wrapped in the prosciutto. Set aside and continue the process with the remaining chicken.
- Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and swirl to coat the skillet. Add the prosciutto-wrapped chicken to the skillet and sear it on all sides. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the prosciutto is golden and crisp, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
FLORENTINE PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED CHICKEN
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Wring out defrosted spinach in clean kitchen towel.
- Toast nuts and combine with spinach in a bowl, mix in cheeses, garlic, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
- Cut into and across but not all the way through the chicken breasts, opening them up like a book with a sharp knife. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Fill each with a small mound of stuffing. Flap chicken breasts back over stuffing and wrap each breast with prosciutto to seal them, carefully covering the whole breast. Brush chicken all over with some extra-virgin olive oil and roast 18 to 20 minutes until cooked through.
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH HERBED GOAT CHEESE
This recipe is so good and surprisingly easy. The chicken comes out of the oven crispy yet stays moist with an indulgent filling. Chicken can be stuffed and wrapped the night before; ideal for entertaining! I like to serve this with pasta or with mashed potatoes and a quick pan gravy. Carbohydrate conscious? This recipe also goes great with a salad of mixed greens and vinaigrette.
Provided by stefychefy
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread 1 tablespoon of olive oil on a baking sheet, and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the shallots, and cook until they turn translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook and stir an additional 2 minutes. Transfer the shallot mixture to a bowl. Mix in the goat cheese, dates, and basil; stir until well combined.
- With a sharp knife, cut a 1-inch long slit into the thick side of each chicken breast. Work your fingers into the slit, and expand the slit to form a pocket in the breast meat. With your fingers or a spoon, stuff each chicken breast with about 1/4 cup of the goat cheese mixture. Wipe off any cheese mixture from the outside of the chicken breast, and wrap each breast in a slice of prosciutto so that the pocket opening is covered. Place the chicken breasts, seam sides down, onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken meat is no longer pink and the prosciutto is browned and crisp, about 40 minutes. Turn the chicken breasts over after 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 105.5 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 530.2 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED CHICKEN WITH GARLIC AND HERB CREAM CHEESE
Make and share this Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken With Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 26m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together cream cheese, garlic, basil leaves and pepper.
- Place chicken tenders on a sheet of waxed paper. Spoon 1/6th of cheese filling evenly onto the center of chicken tender. Top with a second chicken tender. (Note: The original recipe didn't call for salt, but at this point you can season with salt and pepper.) Wrap a slice of prosciutto ham around the filled chicken. Repeat this to make a total of 6 stuffed chicken tenders.
- In large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat until foamy. Add chicken and cook 3 minutes, turn, reduce heat to low and cover. Cook 8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside.
- Tip: Toss hot cooked noodles in the buttery pan juices left in the skillet. Add a little chopped parsley for a great side dish.
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED CHERRY-STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
This stuffed, prosciutto-wrapped chicken breast has everything you want in a Valentine's Day entree; it looks fancy, it tastes amazing, and contains dried cherries, a known aphrodisiac.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Brush the inside of an oven-proof skillet with vegetable oil. Set aside.
- Mix cherries, bread crumbs, egg yolk, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, olive oil, thyme, oregano, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until combined.
- Cut a 1-inch slit in each chicken breast by slicing at an angle from the thick end of the breast toward the thinner end.
- Open flap and place one butterflied chicken breast between two sheets of heavy plastic (resealable freezer bags work well) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of 1/2-inch. Repeat with the other breast.
- Place half the stuffing on each chicken breast, place each breast on a piece of plastic wrap and roll into a tight roll, twisting the ends of the plastic wrap to hold create a tight package.
- On a piece of plastic wrap, slightly overlap 2 slices of prosciutto so they are as wide as the rolled chicken breast. Unwrap rolled chicken breast and place the breast at one end of the prosciutto. Roll prosciutto around the stuffed breast using the plastic to make a tight roll. Repeat with the second stuffed breast and remaining 2 slices of prosciutto.
- Lay 4 pieces of string on the cutting board, about 1-inch apart. Place chicken roll across the strings, and tie each into a knot to keep the chicken from unrolling. Repeat for the second stuffed breast.
- Place stuffed, rolled chicken breasts in the prepared skillet and bake in the preheated oven until the prosciutto is browned and crispy and chicken is no longer pink, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken to a plate and loosely cover with aluminum foil.
- Drain grease from the pan as desired, leaving juice and browned bits. Pour in chicken stock and balsamic vinegar, and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook, while scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until liquid has reduced by half, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat, add butter and stir until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Remove twine from chicken breasts; slice into bite-sized pieces. Serve drizzled with pan sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 582.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 230.4 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 44.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 566.7 mg, Sugar 14 g
CHEESE & PROSCIUTTO-STUFFED CHICKEN
Prosciutto, sun-dried tomatoes and a herb cream cheese make a delectable surprise when you cut into these lovely chicken rolls. They're topped with a yummy blue cheese sauce. -Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Flatten chicken breasts to 1/4-in. thickness; spread 2 tablespoons cream cheese down the center of each. Top with one slice of prosciutto, 1 tablespoon of tomatoes and two basil leaves. Roll up and tuck in ends; secure with toothpicks., Place flour and eggs in separate shallow bowls. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and Romano cheese. Dip chicken in flour, eggs, and then coat with bread crumb mixture., In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches. Place seam side down in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°., In a small saucepan, heat cream and shallot over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan. Stir in Gorgonzola cheese, salt and pepper. Cook 4-6 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. , Discard toothpicks. Drizzle chicken with sauce; sprinkle with minced basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 757 calories, Fat 55g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 307mg cholesterol, Sodium 1111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 50g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken breasts: Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are of uniform thickness, about 1 inch thick. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
- Pound the chicken breasts: Pounding the chicken breasts helps to tenderize them and makes them more receptive to the flavors of the marinade.
- Marinating the chicken: Marinating the chicken breasts in a flavorful mixture of herbs, spices, and olive oil helps to infuse them with flavor and moisture.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, and thyme, add a burst of flavor to the stuffing and the chicken.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breasts can dry out quickly, so it's important to cook them until they are just cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Conclusion:
Prosciutto-wrapped chicken stuffed with herb ricotta is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The chicken is tender and juicy, the stuffing is flavorful and creamy, and the prosciutto adds a salty, crispy touch. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
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