Impress your guests with this Prosciutto Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe featuring a sweet and tangy Pomegranate Balsamic glaze. Stuffed with creamy cheese and herbs, and wrapped in savory prosciutto, this dish brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices prosciutto
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or fontina cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create a pocket for stuffing.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, and chopped basil.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with two slices of prosciutto, covering completely.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts on both sides until golden, about 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C).
- Meanwhile, warm pomegranate balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan until slightly thickened.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooked chicken before serving.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with garlic mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Pair with a light red wine or sparkling water with citrus.
- Garnish with fresh basil or pomegranate seeds for color and flavor.
Why Choose Lesley Elizabeth Ingredients?
Our Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang that enhances the flavors of savory dishes like this stuffed chicken. Combined with our premium olive oils and seasoning blends, you get gourmet results every time.
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