Description
This Italian Chicken Saltimbocca recipe features juicy chicken breasts wrapped in salty prosciutto, topped with fragrant sage, and finished in a buttery white wine sauce. It’s an elegant yet easy meal that delivers classic Italian flavor in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices prosciutto
- 8 fresh sage leaves
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup white wine (optional, or use extra broth or lemon juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Place each chicken breast between plastic wrap and pound to 1/2 inch thickness.
2. Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt and pepper.
3. Lay two slices of prosciutto over each chicken breast and top with one sage leaf.
4. Lightly coat each chicken breast with flour, shaking off excess.
5. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat until hot.
6. Place the chicken, prosciutto side down, and cook for 4–5 minutes until golden.
7. Flip the chicken, add remaining butter, and cook for 4–5 more minutes until cooked through.
8. Remove chicken and set aside. Pour in chicken broth and white wine, scraping up browned bits.
9. Simmer the sauce for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
10. Return chicken to the pan for 1 minute to coat with sauce. Serve warm with pan juices.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute prosciutto with smoked turkey slices.
Replace white wine with broth or lemon juice for an alcohol-free option.
Add a sprinkle of parmesan before serving for extra flavor.
Pair with garlic mashed potatoes, risotto, or a crisp salad.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Italian, Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg