Description
Juicy chicken breasts wrapped in crispy prosciutto, served over a bed of herb-infused pasta with sweet roasted tomatoes. A complete, elegant meal perfect for a special dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken and Tomatoes:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 8 slices prosciutto
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Herb Pasta:
- 12 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, snipped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of prosciutto, covering the surface as much as possible.
- In a baking dish, toss halved cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil and minced garlic. Arrange the prosciutto-wrapped chicken breasts on top of the tomatoes. Drizzle chicken with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with oregano.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and prosciutto is crispy. The tomatoes should be soft and slightly caramelized.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained pasta, butter, fresh basil, parsley, chives, and Parmesan cheese. Toss gently, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to create a light sauce.
- To serve, divide the herb pasta among plates. Top with a prosciutto-wrapped chicken breast and spoon roasted tomatoes and any pan juices over the chicken.
Notes
To ensure the prosciutto stays wrapped, you can secure it with toothpicks (remove before serving). For a dairy-free version, omit the Parmesan and butter and toss the pasta with extra olive oil and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Protein: 42g