Chicken Saltimbocca with Lemon Sauce

Health score
19%
Chicken Saltimbocca with Lemon Sauce
45 min.
4
566kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Saltimbocca with Lemon Sauce, a dish that beautifully marries the savory richness of prosciutto and sage with the bright, zesty notes of lemon. This Italian classic is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making it a perfect centerpiece for any lunch or dinner gathering.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that serves four, impressing your family and friends with your culinary skills. The tender chicken breasts, pounded to perfection, are enveloped in a crispy coating, while the aromatic sage leaves infuse each bite with a fragrant earthiness. The addition of a luscious lemon sauce, made from a blend of white wine, chicken broth, and fresh lemon juice, elevates the dish, adding a refreshing contrast that balances the richness of the prosciutto.

Served alongside carrot orzo, this dish not only satisfies your hunger but also provides a colorful and nutritious accompaniment. With a caloric breakdown that includes a healthy dose of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, Chicken Saltimbocca with Lemon Sauce is a well-rounded meal that you can feel good about serving. Whether it's a casual family dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup flour 
  • tablespoon butter 
  • tablespoons wine dry white
  • large sage fresh
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings orzo pasta 
  • ounces pancetta thin
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Place chicken between 2 sheets of plastic wrap on work surface. Using mallet, pound chicken to 1/3-inch thickness.
  2. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Place 2 sage leaves atop each chicken breast half. Top each chicken breast with 2 prosciutto slices, pressing to adhere.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup flour on plate. Turn chicken in flour to lightly coat both sides.
  5. Melt butter with oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Add chicken, prosciutto side down; cook 4 minutes. Turn chicken over and cook just until cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  7. Transfer to platter and cover to keep warm; reserve skillet.
  8. Whisk wine with remaining 2 teaspoons flour in small bowl.
  9. Add broth and lemon juice to same skillet; bring to boil.
  10. Add wine mixture; whisk until sauce thickens slightly, about 30 seconds. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon sauce over chicken and serve with carrot orzo.

Nutrition Facts

Calories566kcal
Protein26.3%
Fat33.72%
Carbs39.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.5
Glycemic Load
25.47
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
21.153478295907%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.12mg
Naringenin
0.13mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:566.26kcal
28.31%
Fat:20.65g
31.77%
Saturated Fat:6.23g
38.93%
Carbohydrates:55.09g
18.36%
Net Carbohydrates:52.85g
19.22%
Sugar:1.84g
2.04%
Cholesterol:93.88mg
31.29%
Sodium:307.42mg
13.37%
Alcohol:0.77g
100%
Alcohol %:0.38%
100%
Protein:36.24g
72.49%
Selenium:81.17µg
115.96%
Vitamin B3:14.94mg
74.68%
Vitamin B6:1mg
49.98%
Phosphorus:402.3mg
40.23%
Manganese:0.66mg
32.86%
Copper:0.49mg
24.32%
Vitamin B5:2.06mg
20.55%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.44%
Potassium:641.46mg
18.33%
Magnesium:66.75mg
16.69%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.91%
Zinc:1.85mg
12.35%
Iron:2.09mg
11.59%
Folate:44.87µg
11.22%
Fiber:2.24g
8.97%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.17%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.13%
Vitamin C:4.26mg
5.16%
Vitamin K:3.76µg
3.59%
Vitamin A:129.68IU
2.59%
Calcium:24.55mg
2.45%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.32%
Source:Epicurious