This easy and flavorful prosciutto-wrapped chicken breast is perfect for a quick and delicious low-carb dinner! Juicy chicken is stuffed with creamy goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic, then wrapped in crispy prosciutto for an irresistible bite. It’s a simple yet elegant meal, great for weeknights or special occasions. Serve with a fresh salad or roasted veggies!
Ingredients Needed
Chicken:
- 4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp sea salt (or 30g)
Seasoning:
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Filling:
- 4 oz (115g) goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup (35g) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Wrap:
- 12 slices prosciutto (or 16 slices if your chicken breasts are large)
How To Make Low Carb Keto Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast
- Brine the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl with enough water to cover them. Add sea salt and stir to dissolve. Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Season the chicken: Pat dry and season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, and thyme until combined.
- Stuff the chicken: Cut a horizontal slit in each chicken breast, not all the way through, to create a pocket. Fill each pocket with the goat cheese mixture, pressing lightly to keep the filling inside.
- Wrap in prosciutto: Lay out 3 slices of prosciutto (or 4 for large breasts), slightly overlapping. Place a stuffed chicken breast on top, upside down (nicer side facing down). Wrap tightly, ensuring the prosciutto covers all sides, including the slit. Tuck the ends underneath and place into a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish.
- Arrange the chicken: Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces and place them in the dish without touching or just barely touching.
- Bake: Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Brine for Extra Juiciness: Soaking the chicken in salted water before cooking keeps it moist and tender. Even 10 minutes makes a difference!
- Seal the Filling Well: Press the goat cheese mixture inside the pocket firmly so it doesn’t leak out while baking.
- Wrap Tightly with Prosciutto: Overlapping the slices slightly helps them stay in place and creates a crispy, even layer.
- Use a Meat Thermometer: Check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure perfectly cooked chicken without drying it out.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the chicken sit for 5 minutes after baking so the juices stay inside, making each bite more flavorful!
How To Store And Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover prosciutto-wrapped chicken cool to room temperature. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Wrap the chicken tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Reheat: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the chicken in a baking dish and cover loosely with foil to prevent drying. Bake for 10-12 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Total Fat: 13.5g
- Saturated Fat: 5.5g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
- Sodium: 1,000mg
- Potassium: 1,000mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 4.9g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugars: 2.9g
- Protein: 47.2g
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Low Carb Keto Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast
Description
This easy and flavorful prosciutto-wrapped chicken breast is perfect for a quick and delicious low-carb dinner! Juicy chicken is stuffed with creamy goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic, then wrapped in crispy prosciutto for an irresistible bite. It’s a simple yet elegant meal, great for weeknights or special occasions. Serve with a fresh salad or roasted veggies!
Ingredients
Chicken:
Seasoning:
Filling:
Wrap:
Instructions
- Brine the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl with enough water to cover them. Add sea salt and stir to dissolve. Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Season the chicken: Pat dry and season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, and thyme until combined.
- Stuff the chicken: Cut a horizontal slit in each chicken breast, not all the way through, to create a pocket. Fill each pocket with the goat cheese mixture, pressing lightly to keep the filling inside.
- Wrap in prosciutto: Lay out 3 slices of prosciutto (or 4 for large breasts), slightly overlapping. Place a stuffed chicken breast on top, upside down (nicer side facing down). Wrap tightly, ensuring the prosciutto covers all sides, including the slit. Tuck the ends underneath and place into a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish.
- Arrange the chicken: Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces and place them in the dish without touching or just barely touching.
- Bake: Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Brine for Extra Juiciness: Soaking the chicken in salted water before cooking keeps it moist and tender. Even 10 minutes makes a difference!
- Seal the Filling Well: Press the goat cheese mixture inside the pocket firmly so it doesn’t leak out while baking.
- Wrap Tightly with Prosciutto: Overlapping the slices slightly helps them stay in place and creates a crispy, even layer.
- Use a Meat Thermometer: Check for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure perfectly cooked chicken without drying it out.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the chicken sit for 5 minutes after baking so the juices stay inside, making each bite more flavorful!
Low Carb Keto Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast
