Description
Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts filled with salty, smoky prosciutto and creamy, tangy goat cheese. This elegant yet easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering a delicious balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skin-on chicken breasts
- 4 slices prosciutto (crispy or raw for wrapping)
- ½ cup goat cheese (soft or crumbled)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, rosemary, or basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Create a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally without cutting through completely.
- Stuff each chicken breast with prosciutto and goat cheese, ensuring an even distribution.
- Secure the stuffed chicken with kitchen twine.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Brush with olive oil or melted butter for added flavor and browning.
- Place on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Grilling: Cook over indirect heat for 18-20 minutes per side.
- Slow Cooker: Cook on low for 4-5 hours with a splash of broth or white wine.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair with roasted potatoes, asparagus, or a fresh citrus vinaigrette salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Grilling, Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 350-450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: Varies (depends on prosciutto brand)
- Fat: ~18-22g
- Saturated Fat: ~7-9g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~8-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2-3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: ~40g
- Cholesterol: ~110mg