Chef/Owner Maureen Little of Virtual Bistro Catering

Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast w/ Fresh Herbs & Proscuitto

Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast w/ Fresh Herbs & Proscuitto

Ingredients:

• Boneless / Skinless Chicken Breast
• Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
• Fresh Basil (chopped) – reserve some for garnish
• Fresh Parsley (chopped)
• Proscuitto
• Red & Yellow Grape Tomatoes
• White or Yellow Onion (thinly sliced)
• Salt
• Cayenne Pepper
• Black Pepper

Method:
Clean and pat dry boneless skinless chicken breasts. Make a long slit in side to create an opening for the cheese. Slice 1/8 – ¼” piece of cheese and arrange inside chicken breast. Fold over chicken and cover with chopped herbs mixture of parsley and basil.
Wrap chicken with thinly sliced proscuitto. Cook over medium high heat with a little butter and olive oil combination.

In a separate skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions for 3-4 minutes. Combine red and yellow grape tomatoes and caramelize. Season with salt and pepper. Cook a few minutes longer.
Serve on top of the chicken breast or use as a side dish.