Description
Succulent chicken saltimbocca dances with Italian flair, blending sage-kissed chicken, prosciutto, and melted mozzarella in a delightful culinary symphony. Each forkful promises a romantic journey through Roman kitchens, inviting you to savor authentic Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 large chicken breast (sliced in half horizontally)
- 4 slices of prosciutto
- 4 large sage leaves
Seasoning and Flour:
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small pinch of salt
Liquids and Fat:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine (Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay)
- 50 grams (1.8 ounces) cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Tenderize chicken breasts to paper-thin consistency using a meat mallet, creating 4 evenly sized pieces.
- Generously season chicken with freshly cracked black pepper, laying a folded prosciutto slice atop each piece.
- Carefully position a delicate sage leaf on prosciutto and secure with a toothpick, ensuring ingredients are tightly bound.
- Lightly dust unadorned side of chicken with flour, gently shaking off any excess coating.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, approximately 2 minutes.
- Carefully place chicken into hot skillet with prosciutto-side facing down, cooking for 90 seconds until golden and crisp.
- Flip chicken and sear opposite side for an additional minute, ensuring even cooking and crispy exterior.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a serving plate, reserving skillet with remaining cooking remnants.
- Deglaze pan by pouring white wine, allowing liquid to simmer and lift browned flavor bits from skillet bottom.
- Remove skillet from heat and introduce cold butter cubes, gently swirling until sauce becomes smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle luxurious pan sauce over chicken pieces, removing toothpicks before serving to prevent accidental biting.
Notes
- Pound chicken evenly to ensure uniform cooking and tender texture.
- Use fresh sage leaves for authentic Italian herbal flavor and aroma.
- Choose high-quality prosciutto for a rich, delicate taste that complements the chicken.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help flour adhere and create a crispy golden crust.
- Swirl butter gently to create a silky sauce without breaking the emulsion.
- Remove toothpicks before serving to prevent accidental biting or choking.
- Consider gluten-free option by replacing wheat flour with cornstarch or almond flour.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crispy prosciutto and prevent soggy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg