6 chicken breast halves, skinned & boned 6 thin slices Smithfield ham 1 (8 oz.) pkg. herb stuffing mix 3/4 c. butter, melted 1 c. boiling water 1/2 c. chopped onion 1/4 c. snipped parsley 1/2 c. chopped celery In mixing bowl combine 1/2 cup melted butter, boiling water, onion, parsley and celery with stuffing mix. Spoon into 6 separate mounds in buttered 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Place chicken breasts over stuffing. Lay ham over chicken and tuck ends under if possible. Secure with toothpicks. Drizzle remaining 1/4 cup butter over tops. Cover with foil and bake 1 hour at 350 degrees or until fork tender. Remove cover last 10 minutes of baking. Remove toothpicks and serve with sauce. Yield 6 servings. SAUCE: 1/2 c. mayonnaise (not salad dressing) 2 tbsp. milk 2 tbsp. sherry 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese Place mayonnaise, milk, sherry and cheese in saucepan over medium low heat. Stir until heated. |