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Chicken Saltimbocca Recipe

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Chicken Saltimbocca is an Italian classic featuring tender chicken breasts wrapped in savory pancetta and fresh sage, pan-seared to golden perfection. Finished with a buttery shallot and chicken broth sauce, this dish offers a delightful balance of rich and fresh flavors, perfect for serving over pasta or a crisp green salad.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 4 leaves fresh sage, minced
  • 8 slices pancetta
  • 4 tablespoons flour

Sauce & Cooking

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Butterfly the chicken breasts into four pieces by slicing them horizontally and then pound each piece to an even thickness using a kitchen mallet to ensure even cooking.
  2. Season and Wrap: Season each piece with Kosher salt and coarse ground black pepper. Sprinkle minced fresh sage evenly on top of each chicken piece. Then wrap each piece with two slices of pancetta to infuse flavor and keep the chicken moist.
  3. Dredge and Cook Chicken: Lightly dredge each wrapped chicken piece in flour, shaking off any excess. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Prepare Sauce: Add the minced shallots to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until they become translucent and fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Allow the broth to reduce by half, concentrating the flavors.
  5. Finish and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the butter. Spoon the sauce over the chicken as it melts, then sprinkle with minced parsley for freshness and color. Serve immediately, ideally over pasta or alongside a green salad.

Notes

  • Butterflying and pounding the chicken ensures it cooks evenly and remains tender.
  • Pancetta adds a rich, salty flavor but can be substituted with prosciutto if pancetta is unavailable.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Reducing the broth concentrates the sauce flavor; do it over medium heat to avoid burning.
  • Fresh sage is key to authentic flavor; dried sage can be used but reduce quantity to 1 teaspoon.

Keywords: Chicken Saltimbocca, Italian chicken recipe, pancetta chicken, sage chicken, Italian main course

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