Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca
45 min.
4
229kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that's both delectable and easy to prepare? Look no further than this Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe showcases tender chicken cutlets wrapped in savory prosciutto and fragrant sage leaves, all brought to life with a bright and zesty lemon sauce. Perfect for a quick yet impressive lunch or dinner, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.

The combination of flavors is simply irresistible. Imagine the juicy chicken paired with the crispiness of prosciutto, enhanced by the earthy notes of sage, and finishing off with that delightful punch of lemon. It’s a symphony of tastes that transports you straight to an Italian trattoria, all within 45 minutes from your kitchen. Plus, with only 229 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

Whether you’re looking to whip up a weeknight meal or planning a special occasion, Lemony Chicken Saltimbocca has you covered. It’s not just food; it’s an experience that nourishes both the body and soul. So grab your skillet and get ready to impress your palate — because this dish is bound to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce chicken cutlets 
  • 0.5 teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 12  sage fresh
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup beef broth fat-free
  • teaspoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • ounces pancetta very thinly sliced cut into 8 thin strips
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Sprinkle the chicken evenly with salt.
  2. Place 3 sage leaves on each cutlet; wrap 2 prosciutto slices around each cutlet, securing sage leaves in place.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan, and swirl to coat.
  5. Add chicken to pan; cook for 2 minutes on each side or until done.
  6. Remove chicken from pan; keep warm.
  7. Combine broth, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a small bowl; stir with a whisk until smooth.
  8. Add cornstarch mixture and the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil to pan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook for 1 minute or until slightly thickened, stirring constantly with a whisk. Spoon sauce over chicken.
  9. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories229kcal
Protein46.8%
Fat50.56%
Carbs2.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
13.089130421696%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.74mg
Hesperetin
2.21mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:229.48kcal
11.47%
Fat:12.61g
19.39%
Saturated Fat:3.09g
19.31%
Carbohydrates:1.48g
0.49%
Net Carbohydrates:1.43g
0.52%
Sugar:0.38g
0.43%
Cholesterol:81.93mg
27.31%
Sodium:334.98mg
14.56%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.26g
52.51%
Vitamin B3:12.41mg
62.06%
Selenium:39.16µg
55.94%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.7%
Phosphorus:259.85mg
25.98%
Copper:0.41mg
20.41%
Vitamin B5:1.71mg
17.15%
Potassium:503.93mg
14.4%
Vitamin C:7.26mg
8.8%
Magnesium:32.32mg
8.08%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.71%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.49%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.84%
Zinc:0.84mg
5.57%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
4.96%
Iron:0.53mg
2.93%
Vitamin K:2.63µg
2.51%
Folate:7.59µg
1.9%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.64%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes