Chicken Breast With Prosciutto and Quince Paste(Improved Version

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 1
Chicken Breast With Prosciutto and Quince Paste Recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions , finely sliced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 pinch chili powder
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 chicken breast fillets ( about 200g each )
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 tablespoons quince paste
8 slices prosciutto
1 cup dry white wine
4 bay leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
433
Sugar
8g
Fat
18g
Chicken Breast With Prosciutto and Quince Paste(Improved Version) is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that blends savory and sweet flavors. The chicken breast is stuffed with caramelized onions and quince paste, which makes it succulent, and wrapped with prosciutto that adds flavor to the dish. This recipe is a great dinner option for special occasions or weekday meals as it is simple to prepare and doesn't take much time to cook. Serve this dish with a side salad or roasted vegetables to complement its flavors. A perfect recipe for a restaurant-style dinner at home!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 200°C
2.In a saucepan, heat olive oil over low heat and add sliced onions, balsamic vinegar, sugar, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3.Cook and stir until onions are caramelized, then remove from heat.
4.Use a sharp knife to make a slit in the chicken breast to create a pocket. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and fennel seeds.
5.Stuff the pocket with caramelized onions and a little bit of quince paste.
6.Wrap each chicken breast with prosciutto slices.
7.Place the chicken breasts in a deep baking dish and pour white wine over them.
8.Add bay leaves to the dish.
9.Bake the chicken for 30 minutes or until cooked through.
10.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish has a great balance of savory and sweet flavors.

Prosciutto adds saltiness while the quince paste adds sweetness to the dish.

It is a perfect main course for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

CONS

This recipe takes a bit of time to prepare, but it is definitely worth the effort.

Also, prosciutto is high in sodium, so this dish should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of lean protein that supports muscle growth and development. Fennel seeds have antioxidant properties and help in digestion. Quince paste is a good source of fiber that helps maintain gut health.

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