Emily’s Stuffed Chicken
Ingredients
For the Stuffed Chicken:
- 4 large chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
- 4 slices of prosciutto
- 1/2 cup Boursin cheese
- 1/2 cup provolone cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup spinach, sautéed in garlic and olive oil
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced and sautéed
- 1/2 cup Romano cheese, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons Calabrian chiles, chopped (optional)
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup sundried tomato pesto
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup spinach, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
For the Side:
- 1 package cheese tortellini, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup Romano cheese, grated
- Fresh herbs (optional) for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Lay out the pounded chicken breasts on a clean surface. Layer each with a slice of prosciutto, a spread of Boursin cheese, and sprinkle evenly with provolone and mozzarella cheeses.
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Distribute the sautéed spinach and tomatoes onto each chicken breast, and sprinkle with a generous amount of grated Romano cheese. If you enjoy a spicy kick, add the optional Calabrian chiles.
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Roll up each chicken breast tightly and secure with toothpicks. Sear in a hot pan with olive oil until golden brown on all sides. Transfer to the oven to finish cooking for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
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While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan, combine the sundried tomato pesto, white wine, heavy cream, and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer and add the chopped spinach. Season with white pepper and let the sauce reduce until it thickens slightly.
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Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss in a mixture of melted butter and olive oil. Sprinkle with grated Romano cheese and toss until the pasta is well coated.
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To serve, remove the toothpicks from the chicken and slice. Place the chicken on a plate and drizzle with the sundried tomato cream sauce. Add a portion of the cheese tortellini beside the chicken.
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Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
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