Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken
This prosciutto wrapped chicken is an easy baked dinner made with tender chicken breasts wrapped in thin slices of prosciutto and finished in the oven until perfectly cooked.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise
- ½ pound prosciutto, sliced thin
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise to create thinner fillets.
- Sprinkle a bit of salt and pepper on each piece of chicken.
- Wrap each chicken piece tightly with a slice of prosciutto.
- Place the wrapped chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the prosciutto is crispy.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, paprika, honey, red pepper flakes, and chili powder. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Notes
- Use Thinly Sliced Chicken: Cutting the chicken breasts lengthwise creates thinner fillets, allowing them to cook faster and more evenly.
- Wrap Tightly: Prosciutto is delicate, so wrap it snugly around the chicken to help it stay in place while baking. If needed, tuck the ends under or use a toothpick to secure them.
- Avoid Over-Salting: Prosciutto is naturally salty, so go easy on additional salt when seasoning the chicken.
- Crispier Prosciutto Tip: For an extra crispy texture, place the chicken under the broiler for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Let It Rest Before Serving: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after baking to retain moisture and prevent juices from running out too quickly.
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