Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast Layered with Basil, Sundried Tomato and Goat Cheese
What do I need?
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons minced sundried tomatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
pinch of salt
2 chicken breasts
2 - 4 tablespoons crumbled soft goat cheese
4 thin slices prosciutto
How do I make this?
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons minced sundried tomatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
pinch of salt
2 chicken breasts
2 - 4 tablespoons crumbled soft goat cheese
4 thin slices prosciutto
How do I make this?
- Make the filling by combining the fresh basil, sundried tomatoes, garlic, chives, salt and pepper
- Carefully slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally and lightly season with ground black pepper
- Divide the filling between the seasoned chicken breasts, and then top with the crumbled goat cheese
- Place the second slice of chicken breast on top of the filling
- Lay 2 pieces of prosciutto per chicken breast side by side and place a stuffed chicken breast on top, rolling up to enclose the stuffed chicken
- Cook in a hot pan, using olive oil to prevent sticking
- Cook the first side until the prosciutto is golden and crisp, then carefully turn over and cook on the second side until the prosciutto is golden and crisp
- Cook until the chicken is fully cooked, turning a few more times during the cooking
- Remove from the heat and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving