Description
Succulent prosciutto-wrapped chicken breast offers a delightful low-carb keto dish from Mediterranean cuisine. Crisp prosciutto and juicy chicken create a perfect protein-packed meal you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (medium)
- 12 to 16 slices prosciutto
- 4 oz (115 g) goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ cup (35 g) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tbsps sea salt (or 30 g)
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Brine Preparation: Submerge chicken breasts in saltwater solution, dissolving sea salt completely. Marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate up to 24 hours for deeper flavor infusion.
- Oven Preheating: Activate oven to 450°F (232°C), establishing optimal roasting conditions.
- Chicken Preparation: Thoroughly dry chicken breasts, then season comprehensively with kosher salt and black pepper across entire surface.
- Filling Creation: Blend goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and thyme into a harmonious mixture, ensuring uniform consistency.
- Stuffing Process: Create a horizontal pocket in each chicken breast, preserving structural integrity. Gently pack the goat cheese mixture into the cavity, pressing delicately to secure filling.
- Prosciutto Wrapping: Arrange prosciutto slices with subtle overlap. Position stuffed chicken breast onto cured meat, completely enveloping the protein and sealing the stuffing pocket. Carefully tuck prosciutto edges underneath.
- Baking Arrangement: Position wrapped chicken breasts in a 9×13-inch baking dish, minimizing contact between pieces.
- Roasting: Cook in preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until internal temperature precisely reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring complete and safe cooking.
- Resting Stage: Allow chicken to rest 5 minutes, permitting juice redistribution before serving this sophisticated dish.
Notes
- Brine for Tenderness: Soaking chicken in saltwater ensures maximum moisture and flavor penetration, preventing dry meat during high-heat cooking.
- Precision Temperature Matters: Use a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken reaches exactly 165°F, eliminating food safety risks while maintaining juicy texture.
- Prosciutto Wrapping Technique: Overlap prosciutto slices slightly and wrap tightly to create a protective, crispy layer that seals in the cheese filling and prevents moisture loss.
- Resting Period Crucial: Allowing chicken to rest 5 minutes after cooking redistributes internal juices, resulting in a more succulent and flavorful final dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg