Juicy Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken (Rice Stuffed)

This prosciutto-wrapped chicken is so effortlessly elegant and has restaurant-quality taste. Whether you’re hosting a party or just prepping something tasty for a busy weeknight dinner, this recipe has your name all over it. Made in one pot, it yields both an entree and a side dish because you bake the chicken right on top of rice pilaf!

What Exactly is One-Pot Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken? 

Prosciutto-wrapped chicken might sound a little complicated, but it’s a straightforward cooking process. In this recipe, we simply stuff chicken thighs with pesto and cheese, roll them up, and wrap slices of prosciutto around the outside. Then, we place the chicken on a bed of rice, chicken stock, and veggies and bake everything in the oven in one pot with the same flavor and juices. It’s ridiculously tasty and requires minimal cleanup! 

How to Make Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken

Prosciutto-wrapped chicken is one of the fanciest “set it and forget it” kinds of meals you can make. Here’s an overview of the process…

• Prep the Veggies: First, dice the mushrooms into bite size pieces.
• Prep the Rice: Next, add the rice and chicken broth into an oven-safe pot or Dutch oven. Place the chopped mushrooms on top of the uncooked rice and season them with garlic parsley salt and half of the parmesan cheese. 
• Roll the Chicken Thighs: Lay the chicken thighs out flat and spread the inside with pesto and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Roll up the chicken thighs into a spiral and wrap them in prosciutto.
• Assemble the Chicken Rolls: Next, place the rolled chicken thighs on top of the rice with the seam side down. 
• Bake the Wrapped Chicken: Lastly, place the lid on top of the pot and bake the dish at 350°F for about 60 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Tips to Nail this Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Recipe

To help you get the juiciest chicken rolls and perfectly tender cooked rice all at once, follow these 3 foolproof pointers. 

• Pound out the chicken thighs a little if you have to. If your chicken thighs are a bit hard to roll, use a meat tenderizer to pound them out a bit thinner and loosen the meat up. 
• Avoid opening and closing the lid. Avoid the temptation of opening up the lid too much during the cooking process. The more you open the lid, the more you prevent the ingredients from cooking evenly. Check that everything is cooking properly about halfway through to err on the safe side. 
• Use a meat thermometer to gauge doneness. If you are unsure if your chicken thighs are fully cooked through, insert an instant-read meat thermometer into the center and see if the internal temperature has reached 165°F. 
• Tweak the rice seasoning. If you’d like, add your favorite ingredients to the rice. A little white wine, lemon juice, cracked black pepper, or hot sauce can elevate the dish to a different level. 
• Make it low carb. Swap the rice out for cauliflower rice instead for an easy, low-carb dinner. 

Ideas for Side Dishes

This one-pot meal is an entree and a side dish all in one, so there’s no need to whip anything else up. However, if you’re extra hungry or just want some more variety there are a couple of great options. We like to pair it with a homemade caesar now and again or Ukrainian garlic bread (pampushky). If you’re craving more carbs, pair it with some oven-roasted potatoes. 

Storing & Reheating Tips

To keep the leftovers fresh for up to a week, store them in an airtight container in the fridge. To reheat it, place a serving in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave it for a couple of minutes until warmed through. 

FAQ

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• Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings – Juicy, crispy plain chicken wings 
• Chicken Cutlets – 5 ingredient chicken cutlets 
• Chicken & Asparagus Recipe – One-pan chicken stir fry

Recipe

Juicy Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken (Rice Stuffed)

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Servings

8 Servings

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 1 hr

Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin

This recipe for prosciutto wrapped chicken is a one-pot wonder! You’ll love how the stuffed thighs bake right into the veggie pilaf for one killer meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb mushrooms
• 1 cup rice jasmin or basmati
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp garlic parsley salt adjust to taste
• 1 cup parmesan cheese divided
• 3 lbs chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup pesto
• 9 slices prosciutto

US Units – Metric

Instructions

• Dice the mushrooms into bite size pieces.
  
• In a large oven-safe pot with a lid (or dutch oven), add in the rice and chicken broth.
  
• Place the mushrooms on top of the rice. Season them with garlic parsley salt and 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese.
  
• Lay the chicken thighs out flat on a cutting board. Spread the pesto sauce over the chicken thigh and sprinkle on a bit of the remaining parmesan cheese. Roll up the chicken thigh into a spiral and wrap it in prosciutto.
  
• Stack the wrapped chicken thighs on top of the rice seam side down. Cover the pot with a lid.
  
• Bake the dish at 350°F for about 60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165°F and the rice is cooked through.
  

Nutrition Facts

Juicy Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken (Rice Stuffed)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 619 Calories from Fat 369

% Daily Value*

Fat 41g63%

Saturated Fat 12g60%

Trans Fat 0.2g

Polyunsaturated Fat 7g

Monounsaturated Fat 14g

Cholesterol 184mg61%

Sodium 758mg32%

Potassium 595mg17%

Carbohydrates 23g8%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 38g76%

Vitamin A 547IU11%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 198mg20%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.