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Slow cooker prosciutto wrapped chicken is inspired by chicken saltimbocca, an Italian dish traditionally made with meat and ham.  This simple version uses chicken breasts wrapped in prosciutto, with capers and rosemary. Perfect for weeknight dinners, date nights, and casual entertaining. Instructions to make Instant Pot prosciutto wrapped chicken are also included.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 ounces of thin slices of prosciutto
  • 1 cup chicken stock or broth
  • 3 tablespoon capers
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary

Instructions

Slow Cooker

  1. Wrap a prosciutto around each chicken breast. Place the wrapped chicken into the slow cooker. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
  2. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken. Sprinkle the capers and rosemary on top.
  3. Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or LOW 4 to 6 or until the thickest part of each breast reaches 165°F.
  4. Spoon some of the broth, capers, and rosemary over the chicken.

Instant Pot

  1. Pour 1 cup of chicken broth into the Instant Pot and place the trivet inside.
  2. Wrap each chicken breast with a slice of prosciutto, securing it with a toothpick if needed. Arrange the chicken on the trivet and sprinkle the capers and rosemary on top.
  3. Lock the lid and cook on HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then carefully quick-release any remaining pressure.
  4. Check that the thickest part of each chicken breast has reached 165°F. If it has not, return the lid and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes on HIGH pressure.
  5. Spoon some of the broth, capers, and rosemary over the chicken.

Notes

You may need a few toothpicks to secure the prosciutto around the chicken but don’t forget to discard them before serving.

The prosciutto will be tender rather than crisp after cooking in either appliance. For crispier edges, transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet and broil it briefly, watching closely.

Find it online: https://fitslowcookerqueen.com/slow-cooker-prosciutto-wrapped-chicken/

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