Smoked Gouda and Leek Chicken

Leek-filled chicken breasts are wrapped in prosciutto ham and baked in the elegant and easy main dish.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 419 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 leek, thinly sliced
• 4 thin slices prosciutto
• 8 ounces smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded 1/4 inch thick

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the leek and garlic in the melted butter until the leek softens and the garlic turns translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the Gouda until melted. Divide the cheese mixture among the chicken breasts; roll the chicken around the filling. Wrap each chicken breast with a slice of prosciutto, and secure with toothpicks. Place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Cook the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove the chicken from the oven and allow to rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.