Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Broccoli Rabe Pesto Recipe

Name: Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Broccoli Rabe Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into pieces; 1/2 c. grated Parmesan, plus more for serving; 1/2 c. pine nuts; Juice of 1/2 lemon (2 tbsp.); 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes; 8 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided; kosher salt; Black pepper; 4 chicken breasts; 4 slices prosciutto; Lemon wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into pieces
1/2 c. grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1/2 c. pine nuts
Juice of 1/2 lemon (2 tbsp.)
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
8 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
kosher salt
Black pepper
4 chicken breasts
4 slices prosciutto
Lemon wedges, for serving

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Meanwhile, prepare a bowl of ice water for broccoli.
3
Boil broccoli rabe until bright green and tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
4
Using a slotted spoon, transfer rabe into ice water and let cool completely, then drain.
5
Transfer blanched broccoli rabe to a food processor fitted with a metal blade.
6
Add Parmesan, pine nuts, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and 2 tbsp.
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olive oil.
8
Pulse several times to combine, then slowly add 4 tbsp.
9
more olive oil until a smooth paste forms.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and wrap each in a slice of prosciutto.
12
Heat remaining olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
13
Sear chicken until golden brown, 2 1/2 minutes per side.
14
Transfer pan to oven and bake 15 minutes more, or until chicken is cooked through (i.e.
15
the internal temperature registers 165 degrees F).
16
Serve chicken with a generous dollop of pesto and garnish with Parmesan and lemon wedges.

770

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into pieces, 1/2 c. grated Parmesan, plus more for serving, 1/2 c. pine nuts, Juice of 1/2 lemon (2 tbsp.), and more.

Yes, Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Broccoli Rabe Pesto falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Broccoli Rabe Pesto

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