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Chicken Saltimbocca


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  • Author: chef-caterina
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A delicious Italian classic featuring tender chicken, savory prosciutto, and fragrant sage, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 8 slices of prosciutto
  • 8 fresh sage leaves
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat a skillet by adding 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heating over medium-high until shimmering.
  2. Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of prosciutto and 2 sage leaves, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
  4. Cook chicken in the skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm on a plate covered with foil.
  6. In the same skillet, add white wine and butter, scraping browned bits from the bottom, letting it simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  7. Drizzle sauce over the chicken and garnish with additional sage leaves before serving.

Notes

Always taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 58g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg