Prosciutto Balsamic Peach Chicken with Burrata and Basil

Ingredients

• 4 chicken cutlets or 2 boneless chicken breasts, sliced in half horizontally
• Kosher salt and black pepper
• 4 teaspoons fig preserves/jam
• 8 thin slices prosciutto
• 2 small shallots, halved
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 peaches, cut into 10-12 wedges
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon salted butter
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
• 2 balls burrata cheese, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup fresh basil

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Grease an oven-safe skillet with olive oil.

2. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
   • Spread each cutlet with 1 teaspoon of fig preserves.
   • Wrap 2 slices of prosciutto around each cutlet.
   • Transfer the chicken to the prepared skillet.
   • Arrange the shallots, peaches, and thyme around the chicken.
   • Drizzle olive oil over the peaches, and season with salt and pepper.

3. Roast the Chicken:

   • Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.

4. Broil the Chicken:

   • Switch the oven to broil.
   • Remove the peaches from the skillet and place them on a plate.
   • Return the chicken to the oven and broil for 1-2 minutes until the prosciutto is crisp. Watch closely.
   • Remove from the oven and place the chicken on the plate with the peaches.

5. Make the Sauce:

   • Place the skillet with the shallots and garlic over medium heat.
   • Add the butter and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
   • Add the balsamic vinegar and white wine.
   • Bring to a boil over high heat and boil for 3-5 minutes until reduced by half.
   • Slide the chicken and peaches back into the skillet and simmer for 1 minute.
   • Remove from heat.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the chicken topped with peaches, burrata, and fresh basil.
   • Drizzle any remaining pan sauce over the top.
   • Serve alongside orzo and crusty bread for soaking up the sauce.

Enjoy your flavorful chicken with peaches, burrata, and basil!