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softened 12 Tbsp.
Lemon juice 3 Tbsp.
Fresh parsley, chopped, divided 5 Tbsp.
Chicken breasts, boneless, skinless 12 each
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh Mozzarella, sliced 12 oz. / 12 slices
Smoked ham, chopped 9 oz.
Garlic, chopped 1 Tbsp.
Fresh tarragon, chopped 1 Tbsp.
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1. Mix together butter, lemon juice, and 4 Tbsp. parsley until
completely blended.
2. Shape into a log and wrap with plastic film. Freeze until
firm, and slice into 12 slices.
3. Butterfly chicken breasts, cutting from the outside edge
to the thicker center edge. Season inside and out with salt
and pepper.
4. Place one slice mozzarella into each breast. Top mozzarella
with 3/4 oz. chopped ham, 1/4 tsp. garlic, 1/4 tsp. tarragon,
and 1/4 tsp. parsley.
5. Fold chicken over filling and secure edges with toothpicks.
6. Grill chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through,
about 8 minutes.
7. Top each chicken breast with 1 slice of compound butter,
and slice into 6 pieces before serving.
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