Description
Rosa maria pasta combines Italian culinary tradition with rich, creamy flavors. Simple ingredients create a comforting dish you’ll savor with authentic Mediterranean warmth.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 3 ounces (85 grams) prosciutto, cut into bite-sized pieces
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) butter
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 1–2 lemons)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 – 8 ounces (225 grams) package mushrooms, sliced
- 4 slices fontina cheese
- Fresh basil, sliced into ribbons
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, covering with foil to retain warmth.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté diced onions over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture.
- Introduce prosciutto to the pan, cooking until edges become crisp and slightly curled.
- Return chicken breasts to the skillet, gently nestling them into the sautéed mixture to reheat and integrate flavors.
- Drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice evenly across the chicken, allowing the citrus to brighten the dish’s overall taste profile.
- Place a slice of fontina cheese atop each chicken breast, covering the skillet to help cheese melt smoothly for 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with delicate fresh basil ribbons just before serving, adding a final aromatic touch to the dish.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to achieve better browning and crispy exterior.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Use fresh basil leaves for maximum flavor and vibrant green color garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg