Ingredients

12 fresh sage leaves
3 1/2 ounces butter , softened
4 teaspoons coarse grain mustard
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 chicken breasts
8 slices prosciutto
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 cup white wine
1 garlic clove
1 fresh sage leaf
salt & freshly ground black pepper
Chicken breasts stuffed with sage and mustard is a perfect meal for those who want to indulge in a delicious, low-carb, and high-protein main course. This dish is easy to prepare, quick to cook, and goes well with a variety of side dishes such as roasted vegetables, pasta, or a salad. The combination of sage and mustard in butter creates an aromatic flavor that pairs perfectly with the moist chicken breast. The dish is visually appealing and can be a great centerpiece for a dinner party or a family dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.Place sage leaves, butter, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix well.
3.Using a sharp knife, make a slit horizontally in the thickest part of each chicken breast to make a pocket without fully going through the other side.
4.Stuff each pocket with the sage and mustard butter mixture.
5.Wrap two slices of prosciutto around each chicken breast.
6.Heat olive oil in a frying pan and add the stuffed chicken breasts. Cook until browned on all sides.
7.Transfer the chicken breasts to a baking tray and add white wine, garlic, and sage leaf to the pan. Cook for 1 minute until the liquid is slightly reduced.
8.Pour the liquid over the chicken breasts.
9.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

PROS

Chicken breasts stuffed with sage and mustard is a delicious, flavorful, and indulgent main course option that is low in carbs and high in protein.

The prosciutto wrapping helps keep the chicken moist while adding a salty flavor to the dish.

CONS

This dish may require a bit of skill in stuffing the chicken breasts and wrapping them with prosciutto.

Prosciutto is a high-sodium ingredient and overconsumption may lead to high blood pressure.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken breasts are a great source of protein, niacin, and vitamin B6 that aid in supporting various bodily functions.
Sage contains antioxidants that protect against cellular damage and some anti-inflammatory compounds that may help reduce inflammation.
Garlic has anti-inflammatory properties and may help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels.

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