This Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast with Cream Cheese is unbelievably tender and full of delicious flavor. It’s so easy to make, too!
Creating tasty low-carb recipes with chicken breast has become something of an obsession of mine.
It’s one of the healthiest, leanest, and least expensive types of protein, so it’s almost always included in the meal plans I create for myself and my clients.
That’s why it makes me sad when I hear some people say that chicken breast is “boring.” That means they don’t know how juicy and flavorful it can be!
Prosciutto-wrapped chicken breast is such a classic because it adds all the salt you need along with a ton of flavor. It also helps keep the cream cheese and basil in contact with the chicken while you bake it.
Meanwhile, the cream cheese seeps into the chicken breast to make it incredibly juicy and binds the herbs to the chicken.
Sound delicious? Just wait until you taste it!
How to make prosciutto wrapped chicken breast with cream cheese
The process is really quite simple. You only need four ingredients and 30 minutes. How much easier can it get?
Step 1: Place the prosciutto slices on a piece of aluminum foil so the edges overlap slightly.
Step 2: Spread the cream cheese evenly onto the prosciutto.
PRO TIP: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to make it easier to work with.
Step 3: Place the fresh basil leaves on top so they cover the cream cheese.
Step 4: Gently, wrap the prosciutto, cream cheese, and basil leaves around the chicken breast and grind a little pepper on top.
Step 5: Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes (depending on how large the chicken breast is) at 380 F (190 C).
Step 6: When the chicken is done, take it out of the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before cutting and serving. Enjoy!
Done! Easy, healthy, and delicious!
Choosing your herbs
I used basil for this recipe and thought it was a perfect complement for the chicken and prosciutto.
Basil is such a classic, plus it has the most wonderful aroma. Just the smell of fresh basil always makes me happy!
If you don’t have basil on hand though, you could also use thyme, sage, or any herb with a fairly strong flavor.
Storage
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
If you want to make more than 1 servings for an easy future meal, this dish can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Once you’re ready to eat, transfer to the refrigerator overnight to thaw. The next day, simply heat it up in the oven, microwave, or stove.
Other delicious and easy chicken recipes
As I mentioned earlier, I’m a bit obsessed with finding delicious ways to cook up chicken breast. So if you’re looking for more incredible chicken recipes, check out a few of these favorites:
- Stuffed Chicken Breast with Basil and Sundried Tomatoes
- Mustard Baked Chicken Tenders
- Smothered Creamy Chicken Skillet
I have also collected a roundup of the best Healthy Diabetic Chicken Recipes with even more ideas for low-carb chicken recipes!
When you’ve tried this Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast with Cream Cheese, don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!
Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast with Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 chicken breast
- 1.4 oz. finely sliced prosciutto (Parma ham)
- 1.3 oz. cream cheese (low-fat)
- 5-10 fresh basil leaves (depending on size)
- Pepper
Instructions
- Place the prosciutto slices on a piece of aluminum foil so the edges overlap slightly.
- Spread the cream cheese evenly onto the prosciutto.
- PRO TIP: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to make it easier to work with.
- Place the fresh basil leaves on top so they cover the cream cheese.
- Gently, wrap the prosciutto, cream cheese, and basil leaves around the chicken breast and grind a little pepper on top.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes (depending on how large the chicken breast is) at 380 F (190 C).
- When the chicken is done, take it out of the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before cutting and serving. Enjoy!
Britt
Can you make this in a skillet ?
Christel Oerum
I am actually not sure. What makes this chicken so juicy is that the cream cheese slowly seeps into the chicken while it bakes. I don’t know if the direct heat of the skillet will just make the cheese melt right away and make a mess instead. If you try it, please let me know if it works 🙂
Elaine
Can you wrap the chicken earlier in the day or night before and let it refrigerate?
Christel Oerum
I would think so, but you’d have to put it in a airtight container or ziplock to prevent it from drying out
Jeremy S
This was phenomenal! The preparation was so quick and easy, and the resulting meal was absolutely delicious! Everyone loved it, even my picky eaters! I have saved this recipe for future use, as I’m sure I’ll be making this very often.
Christel Oerum
So glad to hear that! Thank you
D
Used jalapeños instead of basil for my girlfriend and she loved it. The chicken came out a lot saltier than I expected with the prosciutto. Overall it was a good way to liven up chicken breast.
Nancy Cattell
Do you brine the chicken breast before wrapping it with the prosciutto and cream cheese?
Christel Oerum
Sometimes, but not always. The cream cheese makes the chicken very tender, even if you don’t brine it.
Ken Hutsul
Will be trying this for tomorrow I think it will be a very tasteful meal
Susanne
Nice! VERY NICE!
Made this for diabetic couple and my family. This is now one of our family favorites! Love this recipe and the “healthy stuffed chicken” recipe! Kudos. Thank you. Do you have a cook book?
Christel Oerum
I’m thrilled you’re loving it! We don’t have a cookbook but you can find all our recipes in the recipe index. We are considering pulling all of the recipes together in an ebook at some point.
Tara
Looks like you’ve given me a nice and simple New Year’s Eve main dish. Thanks for sharing!
Julie
Hi. Do you bake this covered or uncovered? Thanks!
Christel Oerum
Hi Julie, I baked it uncovered. The direct heat makes the prosciutto a little crisp which I like.
Julie
Ok, great. Thanks!
Leah Hintz
You forgot to mention the most important thing to cook this recipe. What is the degree temperature for the oven?
Christel Oerum
Hi Leah, If you look at point 5 in the instructions, it says the temperature in both Fahrenheit and Celcius.