Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

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   Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

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   Meanwhile, prepare a bowl of ice water for broccoli.

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   Boil broccoli rabe until bright green and tender, 3 to 4 minutes.

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   Using a slotted spoon, transfer rabe into ice water and let cool completely, then drain.

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   Transfer blanched broccoli rabe to a food processor fitted with a metal blade.

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   Add Parmesan, pine nuts, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and 2 tbsp.

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   olive oil.

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   Pulse several times to combine, then slowly add 4 tbsp.

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   more olive oil until a smooth paste forms.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and wrap each in a slice of prosciutto.

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    Heat remaining olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.

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    Sear chicken until golden brown, 2 1/2 minutes per side.

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    Transfer pan to oven and bake 15 minutes more, or until chicken is cooked through (i.e.

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    the internal temperature registers 165 degrees F).

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    Serve chicken with a generous dollop of pesto and garnish with Parmesan and lemon wedges.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.