Chicken Provolone

Dinner

Though it's one of my simplest dishes, this version of an Italian classic is also one of my husband’s favorites. It’s quick to prepare and a garnish of fresh parsley or basil makes it look elegant.

Average Rating: 4.666666

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 fresh basil leaves
Butter-flavored cooking spray
4 thin slices prosciutto or deli ham
4 slices provolone cheese

Instructions

1. Sprinkle chicken with pepper. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-5 minutes on each side.
2. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet; top with the basil, prosciutto and cheese. Broil 6-8 in. from the heat until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving equals 236 calories, 11 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 89 mg cholesterol, 435 mg sodium, 1 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 33 g protein.