Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe Ina Garten
Chicken Saltimbocca is a classic Italian dish that features tender chicken cutlets wrapped in prosciutto and sage, then pan-seared to perfection. This dish is bursting with flavor and is sure to impress your guests with its elegant presentation.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutesIngredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of prosciutto
- 16 fresh sage leaves
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions: How to Cook Chicken Saltimbocca Ina Garten
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place 2 sage leaves on each breast.
- Wrap 2 slices of prosciutto around each chicken breast, securing the sage leaves in place.
- Dredge the chicken breasts in flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add the chicken stock and simmer for 5 minutes, or until slightly reduced.
- Stir in the butter and lemon juice, then return the chicken to the skillet to coat in the sauce.
- Serve the Chicken Saltimbocca hot, garnished with additional sage leaves if desired.
