CHARCOAL-GRILLED STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH PROSCIUTTO AND FONTINA
Steps:
- 1. Starting on thick side of breast, closest to breastbone, cut horizontal pocket in each breast, stopping ½ inch from edge so halves remain attached. Dissolve 3 tablespoons salt in 1 quart cold water in large container. Add breasts, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate 30 minutes. 2. Light large chimney starter filled with charcoal (6 quarts, about 100 briquettes) and allow to burn until coals are fully ignited and partially covered with thin layer of ash, about 20 minutes. Arrange all coals over half of grill, leaving other half empty. Position cooking grate over coals, cover grill, and heat grate until hot, about 5 minutes. Scrape grate clean with grill brush. Dip wad of paper towels in vegetable oil; holding wad with tongs, wipe cooking grate. Grill is ready when coals are hot (you can hold your hand 5 inches above grate for 2 seconds). 3. Meanwhile, combine butter, shallot, and tarragon in small bowl. Roll each piece of cheese in 1 slice prosciutto. Remove breasts from brine, dry thoroughly inside and out with paper towels, and season inside and out with pepper. Spread equal amount of butter mixture inside each breast. Place 1 prosciutto-wrapped piece of cheese inside each breast and fold breast over to enclose. Evenly space 3 pieces kitchen twine (each about 12 inches long) beneath each breast and tie, trimming any excess. 4. Place chicken breasts, skin side down, over hot part of grill and cook until well browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip chicken and cook until second side is just opaque, about 2 minutes. Move chicken, skin side up, to cool side of grill, with thicker side of breasts facing fire. Cover grill and continue to cook until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of stuffing registers 160 degrees, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer chicken to carving board and let rest, tented with foil, 10 minutes. Remove twine, then carve breast meat from bone (see photo below). Carve into ½-inch-thick slices and serve.
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George Lukhele
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the chicken always turns out perfectly. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Riefa J. cabe
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so moist and delicious, and the stuffing was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Shirley wilder
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always juicy and tender, and the stuffing is flavorful and cheesy. I highly recommend this recipe!
Ajami Mohammad
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the chicken is always moist and flavorful. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Kader Islam
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the stuffing was cheesy and delicious. Everyone loved it.
World King
[email protected]This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the stuffing was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who has a little bit of time to spend in the kitchen.
Aliyu Lawal
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken was amazing - it was so moist and flavorful. The stuffing was also delicious, and the prosciutto and fontina cheese added a nice touch of richness. I will defin
Ammar Farah
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The chicken was elegant and delicious, and the stuffing was rich and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special meal.
Sawlip
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The chicken was so moist and tender, and the prosciutto and fontina cheese melted together perfectly. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.
Mohan Lama
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. It was juicy and tender, and the stuffing was flavorful and cheesy. My family loved it!
David Duffy
[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the prosciutto and fontina cheese added a rich, savory flavor. I will definitely be making this again.