Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken With Herbed Rico

Name: Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken With Herbed Ricotta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup ricotta cheese; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 3 tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley, chopped; 2 -3 small sage leaves, chopped; 1 small sprigs rosemary, chopped; 4 small chicken breasts, skinless, boneless; 1 -2 teaspoon olive oil; 4 slices prosciutto, di parma (thin sliced); chicken stock; 1/2 lemon, juice of; 1 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

1/2 cup ricotta cheese
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley, chopped
2 -3 small sage leaves, chopped
1 small sprigs rosemary, chopped
4 small chicken breasts, skinless, boneless
1 -2 teaspoon olive oil
4 slices prosciutto, di parma (thin sliced)
chicken stock
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon butter

1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
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.
5
This is delicious served with oven roasted asparagus and makes and elegant but simple meal.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup ricotta cheese, salt, to taste, pepper, to taste, 3 tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken With Herbed Ricotta 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.

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken With Herbed Ricotta

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