Ace’s Fontina Chicken With Prosciutto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Ace's Fontina Chicken With Prosciutto - A Rich And Savory Dish For Any Occasion
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 boneless chicken breasts ( or chicken scalopini to save time )
1 tablespoon dried sage
8 slices prosciutto ( sliced thin )
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 -8 slices of easy melting cheese ( my favorite is fontina but you could also use mozzarella )
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice ( around one lemons juice )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
610
Sugar
1g
Fat
38g
Ace's Fontina Chicken With Prosciutto is a rich and savory dish that is perfect for a special occasion. Boneless chicken breasts or chicken scaloppini are seasoned with dried sage and then wrapped in slices of salty prosciutto. The chicken is pan-fried until golden brown and cooked through, before being smothered in a rich white wine and chicken broth sauce. This sauce is then brightened up with fresh lemon juice, which helps to cut through the richness of the dish. Finally, the chicken is topped with slices of fontina cheese and cooked until melted and gooey. The resulting dish is a perfect combination of salty, creamy, and savory flavors that are sure to impress guests and loved ones alike.

Instructions

1.Begin by pounding each chicken breast until they are roughly 1/4 inch thick.
2.Season both sides of the chicken with dried sage and pepper.
3.Cut the prosciutto slices in half and place 2 halves on each chicken breast.
4.Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off any excess.
5.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and olive oil together.
6.Once the butter has melted and the pan is hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet.
7.Cook the chicken on each side until it is golden brown and cooked through, roughly 4-5 minutes per side.
8.Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
9.In the same skillet, pour in the white wine and chicken broth, using a spatula to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
10.Let the liquid reduce by half, which should take roughly 3-4 minutes.
11.Once the liquid has reduced, add fresh lemon juice to the skillet and stir well.
12.Place the chicken back into the skillet, spooning some of the sauce on top of each breast.
13.Top each chicken breast with 1-2 slices of fontina cheese.
14.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt, which should take roughly 2-3 minutes.

PROS

This chicken dish is incredibly rich and flavorful, with the prosciutto adding an extra layer of saltiness.

The melted fontina cheese adds creaminess and tang to each bite.

This dish is perfect for a fancy dinner party or a date night at home.

CONS

The prosciutto and fontina cheese in this dish make it fairly high in fat and calories.

While this dish is delicious, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, chicken is a great source of lean protein and is lower in fat than other meats.
Adding lemon juice to the dish can help increase its vitamin C content, which has been linked to a stronger immune system, improved skin health, and lower risk of chronic disease.

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