Low-Carb Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Recipe
This Low-Carb Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken recipe features tender chicken tenders seasoned with Italian herbs, topped with melted mozzarella cheese, and wrapped in crispy prosciutto. Baked to perfection and finished under the broiler for a deliciously crisp exterior, this dish is a flavorful and easy low-carb meal perfect for weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 10 fresh chicken tenders (about 1–1/2 pounds)
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
Cheese and Wrap
- 5 (1-oz) slices mozzarella cheese, cut in half
- 10 slices prosciutto
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a cooking rack on top to allow proper heat circulation and crisping of the prosciutto.
- Season Chicken: Season both sides of each chicken tender evenly with Italian seasoning to infuse flavor throughout the meat.
- Assemble Wraps: Place a half slice of mozzarella cheese on each chicken tender, then wrap each with one slice of prosciutto to encase the cheese and chicken completely. Arrange the wrapped tenders on the prepared baking rack.
- Bake Chicken: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the prosciutto starts to crisp.
- Broil for Crispiness: Turn on the oven broiler and broil the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes until the prosciutto becomes beautifully crispy. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
Notes
- Prosciutto was freshly sliced from the deli, but pre-sliced packages from the deli section work equally well.
- If wrapping the prosciutto is tricky, use toothpicks to secure it; remove toothpicks before serving.
- Provolone cheese can be used as an alternative to mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
- Baking on a rimmed sheet with a rack allows air circulation that crisps prosciutto on all sides.
- This recipe can also be made in the air fryer: bake at 350ºF for approximately 15 minutes.
Keywords: low-carb chicken, prosciutto wrapped chicken, baked chicken tenders, Italian seasoning chicken, mozzarella chicken
