Italian Chicken Saltimbocca: Simple, Savory, and Sensational

Experience the authentic flavors of Italian Chicken Saltimbocca in a lightened-up, easy recipe that's perfect for dinner.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 portions

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Cutlets turkey cutlets can be used for a lighter option
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic can be substituted
8 leaves Sage Leaves thyme can be used instead
8 slices Prosciutto turkey bacon is a lighter alternative

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive Oil cooking spray can be used to cut back on fat
1 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth vegetable broth works for vegetarian option
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice bottled juice can be substituted
1 tablespoon Cornstarch can be swapped with flour if needed
to taste Salt use carefully due to prosciutto
to taste Pepper

Equipment

skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Season the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides. Let rest while heating the skillet.
Place 2-3 sage leaves on each cutlet, then wrap with prosciutto, covering completely. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in the skillet. Cook the wrapped chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Add chicken broth and lemon juice to the skillet, scraping the brown bits. Whisk in cornstarch dissolved in water, bring to a gentle boil.
Serve chicken on plates, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with sage leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 43gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!