Pesto Chicken With Basil Cream

  1. For chicken: Place each piece of chicken between 2 sheets waxed paper; pound to 1/4-inch thickness. Place 1 slice prosciutto and 1 tablespoon pesto in the center of each breast and spread across entire breast. Roll up breast, beginning at small end, and secure with a wooden pick. Place in a baking dish; drizzle with 3 tablespoons lemon juice. May be refrigerated overnight; allow to stand at room temperature 30 minutes before grilling
  2. Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, and pepper. Grill chicken over medium heat 15 - 20 minutes or until done, brushing occasionally with olive oil mixture. Serve with Basil Cream.er chicken.
  3. Note: Chicken may be baked at 350 degrees 20 to 30 minutes, until cooked through.
  4. For basil cream: In small skillet over medium heat, saute shallots in butter until translucent. Add wine and bring to a boil. Cook 2 minutes, or until liquid is reduced to about 1/4 cup. Add cream and return to a boil. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until sauce is reduced to about 1 cup, stirring constantly. Add tomatoes and basil; cook 2 minutes.

chicken, ham, pesto, olive oil, garlic, pepper, basil cream, cream, white wine, shallots, heavy cream, fresh basil, tomato

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/pesto-chicken-with-basil-cream-50020655 (may not work)

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