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Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken

The whole family will love this easy and delicious Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 338 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 8 slices prosciutto
  • 1.5 lb (675g) chicken breast
  • 4 tbsp chopped mozzarella
  • 1 tsp dried oregano divided
  • 9 0z (250g) asparagus woody stems removed
  • 2 cups (250g) baby plum tomatoes
  • 1 bell pepper deseeded and chopped into large chunks
  • olive oil
  • Squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 F / 200C / Gas 6.
  2. Lay the Prosciutto di Parma out on a lightly oil baking tray in preparation for wrapping the chicken.
  3. Use a knife to slice a pocket in the chicken along the length of the chicken making sure not to slice through the other side.
  4. Stuff the chicken breast with the mozzarella and sprinkle on half the oregano.
  5. Wrap the chicken breast in the Prosciutto.
  6. Add the asparagus, baby plum tomatoes and bell peppers to the pan. Sprinkle on the remaining oregano and drizzle the olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice all over the chicken and vegetables.
  7. Bake for 20-25 mins until chicken has reached an internal temperature of 74C (165F).

Notes

  • Tips for Making Proscuitto Wrapped Chicken
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  • Weight Watchers Points in Proscuitto Wrapped Chicken
  • There are 5 Freestyle Points in a serving of Proscuitto Wrapped Chicken.
  • Fully cook the chicken to 74C (165F). You can check with a thermometer around 20 mins. Make sure juice runs clear.
  • Slice chicken and prepare vegetables ahead of time if necessary.
  • Customise by swapping out asparagus for long stemmed broccoli or try a different soft cheese.

Nutrition Information

Calories 338kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 43g (86%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 131mg (44%) Sodium 401mg (17%) Potassium 1009mg (29%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2075IU (42%) Vitamin C 52.1mg (58%) Calcium 108mg (11%) Iron 2.5mg (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 338

% Daily Value*

Calories 338kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 43g 86%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 131mg 44%
Sodium 401mg 17%
Potassium 1009mg 21%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2075IU 42%
Vitamin C 52.1mg 58%
Calcium 108mg 11%
Iron 2.5mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.