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fresh/rolled - Chicken w/Sage + Prosciutto

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Recipe Introduction

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are the ideal meat for a quick andeasy main dish because they will cook in under 10 minutes using the following method. fresh/rolled - Chicken w/Sage + Prosciutto

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
8 leaves of fresh sage
8 paper-thin slices of prosciutto
2 Tbs (30 ml) olive oil
1/2 cup (125 ml) vermouth, dry white wine, or chicken broth
1/4 cup (60 ml) light cream or half and half
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Hold the chicken breast halves firmly on a cutting board with the palm
of your hand. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the chicken breasts
in half lengthwise, sliding the knife blade between your hand and the
cutting board. Place a sage leaf on each piece of chicken, and wrap
with a slice of prosciutto, securing with a toothpick if necessary.
Heat the oil in a skillet over moderate heat and saute each piece of
chicken for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Add the vermouth and cook
covered for 3 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and add
the cream, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil and pour over
the chicken.
Serves 4.