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Prosciutto-Wrapped Baked Chicken

Prosciutto-Wrapped Baked Chicken

With this Prosciutto-Wrapped Baked Chicken, your kitchen will become a haven of Italian flavors and aromatic indulgence.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Kosher salt and freshly-cracked black pepper

8–12 slices prosciutto

4 tablespoons melted butter, divided

1 clove garlic, minced or pressed

1 tablespoon finely-chopped fresh sage (or 1 teaspoon dried sage)

Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken stock)

Fresh lemon wedges

Optional garnishes: chopped fresh chives, grated Parmesan cheese, extra crushed red pepper flakes

To brine your chicken: In a bowl, combine 1 quart warm water and 1/4 cup kosher salt. Stir until dissolved. Add chicken breasts and let brine for 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 6 hours. Rinse and pat dry before using.

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 450°F. Lightly grease your baking dish.

  • Wrap the Chicken: Wrap each chicken breast in 2–3 slices of prosciutto, covering most of the surface. Place in the baking dish.

  • Butter and Season: Brush chicken with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.

  • Bake the Chicken: Cook for 18–20 minutes, or until the thickest part reaches 165°F. For extra crispness, broil on high for 3 minutes at the end.

  • Prepare the Sauce: While chicken bakes, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a sauté pan. Add garlic, sage, and red pepper flakes. Cook over medium-low heat for 6–8 minutes until sage is crisp.

  • Deglaze with Wine: Slowly pour in white wine, simmering for 5 minutes. Stir gently and remove from heat.

  • Rest and Serve: Remove chicken from oven, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 5–10 minutes. Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with lemon wedges, Parmesan, or chives.

  • Author: Sanji
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes